Norwood Massachusetts Map

About Norwood, Massachusetts

Norwood is a locality in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 29,800. The population density is 1650.0 people per km². Norwood is located at 42.1945°N, 71.1995°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 2062.

Norwood breathes with a quiet dignity, its landscape a gentle yielding of rolling terrain, a subtle undulation that speaks of ancient glaciers rather than dramatic peaks. It lies 3.7 miles south-south-west of Dedham, MA (from Dedham, MA: bearing 208°T), and is situated 9.6 miles south-west of Dorchester. The air here, especially in the soft light of late afternoon, carries a certain cleanness, a whisper of the pine and oak that still cling to its edges, offering shade and a dappled coolness on warmer days. The streets, lined with a mix of stately older homes and more contemporary dwellings, possess a grounded character, a sense of established roots that anchors the community. It is a place where the sky feels generous, often a pale, luminous blue, and where the changing seasons paint the surroundings with a muted, yet distinct, palette. The history of Norwood is one of practical ambition and evolving industry, stretching back to its agricultural beginnings. Early settlers found fertile ground, and the town’s development was shaped by its proximity to larger urban centers, acting as both a haven and a source of labor. The legacy of manufacturing, particularly in areas like printing and engineering, has left its mark, with sturdy brick buildings still standing as quiet testaments to past endeavors, their windows reflecting the present-day hustle of local businesses. While no longer dominated by mills, Norwood retains a working spirit, its economy now a diverse blend of retail, services, and technology, a reflection of its enduring adaptability. The presence of the Norwood Theatre, a grand old dame that has hosted generations of performers and audiences, offers a focal point for community gathering, a reminder of shared cultural experiences that bind Norwood together.

About This Norwood Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Norwood, Massachusetts with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Norwood and Norfolk County.

Detailed location data for Norwood includes the ZIP code (02062), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Norfolk County (Dedham), and school district assignment (Norwood School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Norwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.