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Needham Massachusetts Map

Explore Needham, Massachusetts, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Needham, Massachusetts

How to Use This Needham, Massachusetts Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Needham, Massachusetts. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Massachusetts or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Needham.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Needham
State	Massachusetts (MA)
County	Norfolk County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	42.283431
Longitude	-71.232833
Population	32,091
Density	1007.5 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	02492
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Dedham
School District	Needham School District

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About Needham, Massachusetts

Needham is a locality in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 32,091. The population density is 1007.5 people per km². Needham is located at 42.2834°N, 71.2328°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 02492.

Needham serves as a quiet center of inland life, defined by the gentle, persistent movement of Rosemary Brook as it winds through the landscape. It lies 3.2 miles east-southeast of Wellesley, MA (from Wellesley, MA: bearing 106°T), and is situated 8.1 miles west of Dorchester. The terrain remains characterized by its modest elevation and inland positioning, far removed from the turbulent movements of the coast. Residents often find solace in the open expanse of Green Field, a local space that anchors the neighborhood’s outdoor character. While the distant ridges of Satans Kingdom silhouette the horizon to the west, the immediate surroundings remain defined by the calm, reflective waters of Rosemary Lake. The air here holds a crisp, terrestrial weight, unburdened by the dampness often found closer to the shoreline.

Needham established its roots through a deliberate transition from agricultural origins toward a modern, service-oriented economy. Early settlers recognized the utility of the land, eventually fostering an environment that invited technological and professional growth. Today, the local economy reflects a sophisticated blend of industry, supported by a workforce that values both tradition and innovation. Commerce thrives within a structured, deliberate framework, ensuring that the legacy of earlier generations remains visible in the current architecture. Needham maintains a steady, industrious pulse, where the daily rhythms of business and civic life align with the practical needs of those who call the place home.

Cultural life in Needham thrives through a commitment to education and the preservation of shared public spaces. Notable individuals like the actress Elizabeth Perkins have walked these streets, adding a thread of creative history to the local narrative. The proximity of the Black Heritage Trail, though miles away, serves as a reminder of the broader regional history that influences the local social conscience. Community events often congregate around the central squares, where the quality of light at dusk softens the brick and frame of the older buildings. Residents enjoy a pace of life that prioritizes thoughtful engagement, maintaining a quiet dignity that defines the character of the people.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Memorial Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 001° N
Own Your Peace Sculpture (Public Artwork) — 0.2 mi, 016° N
Needham's Fallen Brave Memorial (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 336° NW
Needham Armed Forces Memorial (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 338° N
Needham Korean War Memorial (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 338° N
The Glass Bar (Arts Centre) — 0.3 mi, 200° S
Harris Ave Median (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 176° S
Needham Conservation Land (Local Conservation Area) — 0.5 mi, 260° W
Needham Water Supply Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 0.7 mi, 088° E
Babson College (Recreation Easement) — 1.1 mi, 279° W
Newman Elementary School Playground (Recreation Easement) — 1.1 mi, 262° W
Cutler Park Reservation (State Park) — 1.1 mi, 052° NE
Martini Junction (Attraction) — 1.2 mi, 225° SW
Charles River Reservation (State Park) — 1.5 mi, 043° NE
Sudbury Aqueduct (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.6 mi, 347° N
Town Forest (Local Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 332° NW
Echo Bridge (Viewpoint) — 2.2 mi, 008° N
Foundation & Chimney (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 223° SW
Bardwell Auditorium (Theatre) — 3.1 mi, 285° W
Davis Museum and Cultural Center (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 281° W
Boston Marathon - Wellesley Scream Tunnel (Attraction) — 3.9 mi, 283° W
Showcase SuperLux (Cinema) — 4.2 mi, 050° NE
Heartbreak Hill (Bottom/Start) (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 032° NE
Robsham Theater Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 5.0 mi, 041° NE
Bay State Model Railroad Museum (Museum) — 5.3 mi, 087° E
Historic Springhouse (Historic Ruins) — 5.3 mi, 077° E
Jackson Homestead and Museum (Museum) — 5.3 mi, 021° N
Keiter Center (Theatre) — 5.7 mi, 276° W
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.0 mi, 302° NW · 7,706 acres

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