Stoughton Massachusetts Map

About Stoughton, Massachusetts

Stoughton is a locality in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 29,200. The population density is 1050.0 people per km². Stoughton is located at 42.1251°N, 71.1023°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 2072.

Stoughton unfolds across a landscape of gentle slopes and verdant hollows, where the air often carries the crisp promise of New England seasons. It lies 4.1 miles south-west of Randolph, MA (from Randolph, MA: bearing 230°T), and is situated 5.2 miles north-west of Brockton. Mature oak and maple trees, their branches reaching like patient arms, create a dappled canopy over quiet residential streets, punctuated by the occasional glint of sunlight on a well-tended lawn. The terrain, a subtle undulation rather than dramatic peaks, lends a sense of grounded permanence to the place, as if the very earth here breathes a steady, unhurried rhythm. Even in the stillness of midday, a faint hum of life persists, a subtle vibrato beneath the surface of the ordinary. This land, long settled and storied, whispers of a colonial past that shaped its character and economy. Stoughton’s early days were deeply intertwined with agriculture and the burgeoning industries of the 19th century, particularly shoe manufacturing, a legacy visible in the sturdy brick buildings that still grace its downtown. While the great factories have long since fallen silent, a spirit of industriousness endures, now expressed through a diverse array of small businesses and a growing technology sector. The Charles River, though a modest waterway here, has historically served as a vital artery, its presence a constant, subtle reminder of the natural forces that have always guided Stoughton's development.

About This Stoughton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Stoughton, Massachusetts — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.1251, -71.102271. 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 Stoughton and Norfolk County.

Detailed location data for Stoughton includes the ZIP code (02072), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Norfolk County (Dedham), and school district assignment. 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 Stoughton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.