Topsfield Massachusetts Map

About Topsfield, Massachusetts

Topsfield is a locality in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,300. The population density is 280.0 people per km². Topsfield is located at 42.6376°N, 70.9495°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 1983.

Topsfield unfolds with a quiet grace, its landscape a gentle swell of rolling hills and verdant meadows that whisper of New England's enduring charm. It lies 4.4 miles north-north-west of Danvers, MA (from Danvers, MA: bearing 347°T), and is situated 8.1 miles south-west of North Shore. Ancient stone walls, moss-kissed and time-worn, trace the boundaries of fields where the light often softens into a luminous amber as evening descends, painting the scattered farmhouses and stately trees in hues of honey and rose. The air here carries the clean scent of pine and damp earth, a refreshing balm after a summer shower, and the distant murmur of traffic is a muted counterpoint to the calls of unseen birds. The land itself, a mosaic of cultivated fields and mature woodlands, suggests a long and patient relationship between human hands and the earth, a place where nature's resilience and man's stewardship are in quiet dialogue. The roots of Topsfield run deep, reaching back to its founding in the late 17th century, a history palpable in its well-preserved colonial architecture and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants. The local economy, once largely agricultural, now finds a more diversified footing, with a strong emphasis on community-minded businesses and a growing appreciation for its rural heritage. The Topsfield Fair, a beloved annual tradition, draws crowds from across the region, celebrating the bounty of the land and the skills of its people, a vibrant echo of generations past. While the modern world hums at its periphery, Topsfield retains a distinct sense of place, a testament to its enduring character and the enduring loyalty of those who call it home.

About This Topsfield Map Page

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

Detailed location data for Topsfield includes the ZIP code (01983), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Essex County (Salem), and school district assignment (Masconomet 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 Topsfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.