Rockport Massachusetts Map

About Rockport, Massachusetts

Rockport is a locality in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,100. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Rockport is located at 42.6557°N, 70.6203°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 1966.

Rockport, with its rugged granite shores and the sharp, clean tang of salt in the air, presents a landscape etched by the relentless artistry of the sea. It lies 1.5 miles west-north-west of Cape Ann, MA (from Cape Ann, MA: bearing 289°T), and is situated 3.5 miles north-east of Gloucester. The land here is a study in resilience, with glacial erratics tumbled amongst the low, hardy scrub that clings to the exposed ledges. Waves, driven by the vast Atlantic, crash against the seawall, sending plumes of spray high into the sky, a constant, rhythmic punctuation to the quietude. The light, especially in the late afternoon, possesses a peculiar luminescence, softening the sharp edges of the granite and casting long, dramatic shadows that stretch inland, hinting at the wilder, untamed spaces beyond the immediate coast. The houses, many painted in hues of white and seafoam green, seem to hunker down against the prevailing winds, their windows reflecting the shifting moods of the sky. Rockport’s story is deeply intertwined with the sea, its founding shaped by the fishing and quarrying industries that once defined its existence. For generations, the bounty of the ocean and the strength of its granite provided sustenance and livelihood, leaving an indelible mark on the character of Rockport. While the fishing fleets have diminished, the enduring spirit of craftsmanship remains, evident in the numerous art galleries and studios that now populate its charming streets, drawing visitors to admire the local talent and the enduring beauty of the place. The iconic Motif No. 1, a weathered red fishing shack that has inspired countless artists, stands as a poignant reminder of this transition, a vibrant splash of color against the muted tones of the harbor. The air, even on a calm day, carries a subtle vibration, a whisper of the generations who have lived and worked this demanding, yet rewarding, stretch of coastline.

About This Rockport Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Rockport, 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 Rockport and Essex County.

Detailed location data for Rockport includes the ZIP code (01966), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Essex County (Salem), and school district assignment (Rockport 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 Rockport is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.