Sharon Massachusetts Map

About Sharon, Massachusetts

Sharon is a locality in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 18,600. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Sharon is located at 42.1237°N, 71.1787°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 2067.

Sharon unfolds across a landscape sculpted by ancient glaciers, where rolling hills give way to the shimmering expanse of Lake Massapoag. It lies 3.8 miles east-south-east of Walpole, MA (from Walpole, MA: bearing 109°T), and is situated 8.7 miles west-north-west of Brockton. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries a crispness that hints at the coming autumn, a scent of pine needles and damp earth mingling with the distant hum of suburban life. Mature oaks and maples, their branches reaching like gnarled fingers, cast dappled shadows across well-tended lawns and the winding roads that connect residential neighborhoods to the town center. This is a place where the rhythm of the seasons is palpable, where the changing light softens the edges of the world and invites a quiet contemplation of the enduring natural beauty. The history of Sharon is deeply entwined with the land, its early days marked by agricultural pursuits before the Industrial Revolution brought new energies. Today, the legacy of those industrious times can still be felt in the sturdy architecture and the enduring spirit of its residents, a blend of old New England pragmatism and modern ambition. While manufacturing has largely receded, the town maintains a vibrant local economy, supported by a mix of small businesses and a commuter population that draws from the broader Boston metropolitan area. The presence of the Sharon Arts Center adds a cultural richness, a focal point for creativity that complements the natural amenities, drawing people to its galleries and workshops, a quiet testament to the town's evolving character.

About This Sharon Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Sharon, Massachusetts — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.12371, -71.178663. 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 Sharon and Norfolk County.

Detailed location data for Sharon includes the ZIP code (02067), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Norfolk County (Dedham), and school district assignment (Sharon 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 Sharon is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.