Salem Massachusetts Map

About Salem, Massachusetts

Salem is a locality in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 44,795. The population density is 2059.5 people per km². Salem is located at 42.5195°N, 70.8967°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 1970.

Salem, Massachusetts, wears its coastal character with a salt-tinged grace, its landscape a gentle undulation of modest hills meeting the slate-grey waters of Massachusetts Bay. It lies 1.7 miles east-south-east of Peabody, MA (from Peabody, MA: bearing 109°T), and is situated 4.5 miles north-east of Lynn. The air here carries the sharp tang of brine and the fainter, sweeter scent of pine from the scattered woodlands that fringe the urban sprawl, a constant reminder of the wilder New England coast that lies just beyond. Cobblestone streets, worn smooth by centuries of footsteps and carriage wheels, snake through neighborhoods where saltbox houses, their clapboard painted in muted hues of sea-foam green and weathered grey, stand shoulder to shoulder, their steeply pitched roofs a defiance against the often-tumultuous Atlantic winds. The rhythm of Salem is tied to the tide; in the morning, the harbor bustles with the comings and goings of fishing vessels, their nets heavy with the day's catch, while as dusk settles, a softer, more introspective light bathes the crooked gables and the distant shimmer of the harbor lights, lending a quiet, almost spectral beauty to the scene. This is a place where history breathes in the very air, Salem forever linked to the infamous witch trials of 1692, a dark chapter that has indelibly shaped its cultural identity and continues to draw curious visitors from across the globe. Beyond its spectral past, Salem has long thrived on the bounty of the sea, its maritime heritage evident in the historic wharves and the proud tradition of shipbuilding that once defined its economy. Today, while fishing and maritime industries still play a role, Salem has diversified, embracing tourism as a significant driver, its streets alive with the echoes of centuries past, from the grand mansions built by wealthy merchants to the humble dwellings of sailors and artisans. The Salem Maritime National Historic Site preserves the tangible remnants of this seafaring legacy, offering a glimpse into the lives of those who navigated these waters, while the Peabody Essex Museum stands as a testament to the city's enduring connection to global trade and exploration, housing an extraordinary collection of art and artifacts from around the world.

About This Salem Map Page

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

Detailed location data for Salem includes the ZIP code (01970), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Essex County (Salem), and school district assignment (Salem 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 Salem is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.