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Waltham Massachusetts Map

Explore Waltham, Massachusetts, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Waltham, Massachusetts

How to Use This Waltham, Massachusetts Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Waltham, Massachusetts. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Massachusetts or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Waltham.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Waltham
State	Massachusetts (MA)
County	Middlesex County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	42.388921
Longitude	-71.242268
Population	65,218
Density	1976.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	02452, 02451, 02453, 02454
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Cambridge
School District	Waltham School District

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About Waltham, Massachusetts

Waltham is a locality in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 65,218. The population density is 1976.0 people per km². Waltham is located at 42.3889°N, 71.2423°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Waltham is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 02452, 02451, 02453.

Waltham asserts its presence along the steady, winding path of the Charles River, which serves as the primary artery for the local landscape. It lies 2.7 miles west of Watertown, MA (from Watertown, MA: bearing 278°T), and is situated 9.1 miles west of Greater Boston. The terrain around Waltham unfolds in a series of modest elevations and low-lying plains, characterized by a persistent inland climate that avoids the maritime influence of the distant coast. Residents often find quiet reflection at the edges of Lyman Pond, where the water mirrors the shifting foliage of the seasons. On the distant horizon, the silhouette of Jupiter Ridge provides a firm boundary to the view, grounding the sprawl of the region in a permanent, geological stillness that feels both ancient and reassuringly solid.

Founding narratives of Waltham are deeply intertwined with the early industrial ambitions that transformed the agrarian character of the region. Originally a part of a larger colonial territory, Waltham emerged as a distinct entity through the labor of those who recognized the potential of the local water power to drive early machinery. This transition from a quiet settlement to a site of production defined the architectural rhythm of the streets, where brick buildings and mill structures still stand as reminders of the town’s formative years. The legacy of these early innovators remains visible, etched into the very foundations of the local grid and the enduring layout of the commercial center.

Economic life in Waltham has evolved from its early manufacturing roots into a sophisticated hub of technology, biotechnology, and higher education. The presence of Brandeis University and Bentley University anchors the intellectual climate, drawing a constant influx of students and researchers who contribute to the modern vibrancy of the local infrastructure. Modern office complexes now occupy spaces where industrial output once reigned, reflecting a shift toward a knowledge-based economy that pulses through the corridors of the local business parks. As the workday winds down, the flow of traffic across the bridges of the Charles River highlights the ongoing connection between these centers of industry and the residential neighborhoods that define the daily experience of Waltham.

Cultural life in Waltham finds its rhythm in the communal engagement of its people, who gather for diverse events and seasonal festivities that mark the passing of the year. Riverwalk Park provides a vital public space for recreation, offering a connection to the natural environment that persists despite the surrounding development. While the town does not host major professional sports franchises, the energy of local athletic programs and the proximity to regional competitions keep the spirit of sport alive. Famous figures such as the painter Winslow Homer and the writer Joyce Kilmer have historical ties to the region, lending an air of creative heritage to the local identity. Even as modern life accelerates, the quiet, measured pace of a walk through the streets remains a hallmark of the experience of living in Waltham.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Prospect Hill Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 278° W
Woods behind Waltham High School (Recreation Easement) — 0.6 mi, 048° NE
Old Camp 2 Foundation (Historic Ruins) — 0.8 mi, 243° SW
City of Waltham Centennial Memorial (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 163° S
Shriberg Lectern (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 161° S
Thompson (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 177° S
The Hiker (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 161° S
MacArthur Elementary School Playground (Recreation Easement) — 1.0 mi, 335° NW
Riverwalk Park (State Resource Management Area) — 1.1 mi, 170° S
Charles River Reservation (State Park) — 1.2 mi, 165° S
Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation (Museum) — 1.2 mi, 158° S
The Telephone Museum (Museum) — 1.2 mi, 168° S
Waltham Field Station (State Resource Management Area) — 1.3 mi, 110° E
Beaver Brook North Reservation (State Park) — 1.7 mi, 059° NE
Light Of Reason (Public Artwork) — 1.9 mi, 212° SW
Stony Brook Reservoir (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.1 mi, 224° SW
Stone Path Outline (Historic Ruins) — 2.2 mi, 054° NE
Plympton Mill Remains (Viewpoint) — 2.3 mi, 083° E
Mclean Hospital Open Space (Local Conservation Area) — 2.4 mi, 086° E
The Plumbing Museum (Museum) — 2.6 mi, 122° SE
Turtle Studios (Gallery) — 2.9 mi, 126° SE
Studio Cinema (Cinema) — 3.0 mi, 094° E
Weston Reservoir (Waterfowl Production Area) — 3.1 mi, 202° S
Jackson Homestead and Museum (Museum) — 3.4 mi, 134° SE
Bowman Tavern (Attraction) — 3.4 mi, 031° NE
Drive By Projects (Gallery) — 3.4 mi, 115° SE
Golden Ball Tavern Museum (Museum) — 3.8 mi, 245° SW
Vernal Pool (Attraction) — 3.8 mi, 341° N
Lexington Arts and Crafts Society (Arts Centre) — 4.0 mi, 010° N
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.7 mi, 272° W · 7,706 acres

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