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Quincy Massachusetts Map

Explore Quincy, 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 Quincy, Massachusetts

How to Use This Quincy, Massachusetts Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Quincy, 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 Quincy.

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

Latitude	42.261006
Longitude	-71.008988
Population	101,636
Density	2367.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	02169, 02170, 02171, 02269
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Dedham
School District	Quincy School District

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About Quincy, Massachusetts

Quincy is a locality in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. With a population of 101,636, Quincy is a major urban centre in Massachusetts. The population density is 2367.8 people per km². Quincy is located at 42.2610°N, 71.0090°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Quincy is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 02169, 02170, 02171.

Quincy occupies a striking maritime edge where the land yields abruptly to the salt-heavy expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. It lies 2.1 miles north of Braintree, MA (from Braintree, MA: bearing 356°T), and is situated 8.0 miles south-southeast of Greater Boston. The Furnace Brook meanders through the terrain, its narrow channel reflecting the changing sky as it winds toward the shoreline. Inland, the horizon is anchored by the distant, muted silhouette of The Broken Hills, which rise like a permanent shadow against the western light. Residents often walk the grounds of Mcintyre Mall, a local space that provides a quiet, open vantage point for observing the shifting tides and the low-slung geography of the Broad Meadows.

Founding narratives of Quincy are inextricably linked to the early labor of those who carved a life from this rocky coast. The ground here was once a source of immense geological wealth, with granite quarries providing the raw material that built monumental structures across the nation. Over generations, the labor of the quarrymen defined the social character of the locality, fostering a resilient, industrious temperament that remains visible in the sturdy, weathered architecture of the older neighborhoods. Even as the character of the work shifted, the memory of that heavy, enduring stone persists in the local consciousness.

Modern Quincy sustains a diverse economic life, balancing its historical industrial roots with a contemporary focus on commerce and service. The infrastructure is defined by a dense network of transit lines that connect the workforce to wider urban centers, ensuring a steady, rhythmic pulse of daily travel. While higher education is primarily served by nearby institutions, the local schools and technical training centers focus on preparing residents for a shifting labor market. The economy here functions with a pragmatic efficiency, supported by a mix of local businesses that cater to the needs of a population deeply accustomed to the demands of coastal living.

Cultural life in Quincy finds its expression in the intersection of local history and the expansive natural features that shape the daily experience of its residents. The coastline, punctuated by the proximity of Cat Island, offers a sanctuary for those who favor the bracing air and the sight of water, while the Black Heritage Trail remains a significant point of historical reflection eight miles away. The city famously claims the lineage of two American presidents, whose presence lingers in the preservation of their birthplaces and the solemn dignity of the local landmarks. While professional sports remain a passion pursued in the larger surrounding region, the community maintains its own rhythm, marked by seasonal festivals that draw people out to the docks and public squares to celebrate the enduring spirit of their home.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Dorothy Quincy House (State Resource Management Area) — 0.2 mi, 163° S
Furnace Brook Parkway (State Resource Management Area) — 0.3 mi, 206° SW
Freedom Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 183° S
Constitution Common (Public Artwork) — 0.4 mi, 178° S
Quincy Historical Society Museum & Library (Museum) — 0.5 mi, 163° S
Quincy High School (Recreation Easement) — 0.6 mi, 133° SE
The QArts Gallery (Gallery) — 0.7 mi, 159° S
Mcintyre Mall (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 162° S
Bernazzani School (Recreation Easement) — 0.7 mi, 241° SW
The Gazing Ball (Monument) — 0.7 mi, 159° S
Josiah Quincy House (Museum) — 0.8 mi, 339° N
Presidents Golf Course (State Conservation Area) — 1.6 mi, 290° W
Blue Hills Reservation (State Park) — 1.7 mi, 227° SW
Cunningham Park (Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 251° W
Abagail Adams Cairn (Monument) — 2.0 mi, 163° S
Moswetuset Hummock Historical Marker (Monument) — 2.1 mi, 341° N
Neponset River Reservation (State Park) — 2.1 mi, 325° NW
United States Naval Shipbuilding Museum (Museum) — 2.3 mi, 124° SE
Water Department Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.6 mi, 192° S
Captain Robert Bennet Forbes House (Museum) — 2.9 mi, 275° W
Dorchester Art Project (Arts Centre) — 3.8 mi, 316° NW
Commonwealth Museum (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 340° N
Ames Pond Dam Removal Site (Viewpoint) — 4.2 mi, 176° S
Muse Paintbar (Arts Centre) — 4.5 mi, 098° E
Patriot Cinemas (Cinema) — 4.5 mi, 098° E
House Rock (Attraction) — 4.6 mi, 135° SE
Fort Andrews (Historic Castle / Fort) — 4.9 mi, 056° NE
Wildebeest (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 306° NW
Hartmann's Mountain Zebra (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 306° NW

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