Westhampton Massachusetts Map

About Westhampton, Massachusetts

Westhampton is a locality in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,600. The population density is 28.0 people per km². Westhampton is located at 42.3029°N, 72.7745°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 1027.

Westhampton unfolds across rolling terrain, where the hills of western Massachusetts begin their gentle ascent, a verdant quilt stitched with patches of deciduous forest and the occasional sun-drenched meadow. It lies 6.5 miles west-south-west of Hampshire, MA (from Hampshire, MA: bearing 242°T), and is situated 9.1 miles west of Pioneer Valley. The air, especially in the early morning, carries a crisp, clean scent, a subtle perfume of pine needles and damp earth that seems to permeate everything. Stone walls, weathered by countless seasons, delineate fields that have been worked for generations, their grey surfaces softened by moss and the encroaching tendrils of wild vines. The landscape here is not dramatic, but possesses a quiet strength, a feeling of enduring presence that settles into the bones of those who call Westhampton home. The light, particularly as it slants through the trees in the late afternoon, casts long, painterly shadows that lend a certain ethereal quality to the familiar contours of the land. The history of Westhampton is inextricably linked to the agrarian spirit of the region, its early economy built upon the labor of clearing land and cultivating crops, a hardscrabble existence that shaped the character of its people. While the agricultural roots remain, the economic landscape has diversified, with many residents finding employment in the broader economic centers of Hampshire County, commuting to nearby cities for work. Yet, the essence of Westhampton persists in its quiet neighborhoods, where the pace of life remains unhurried, allowing for contemplation and a deep appreciation for the natural surroundings. The town itself is a modest collection of homes and essential services, a place where community bonds are forged through shared experiences and a collective pride in their enduring corner of New England.

About This Westhampton Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Westhampton, 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 Westhampton and Hampshire County.

Detailed location data for Westhampton includes the ZIP code (01027), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Hampshire County (Northampton), 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 Westhampton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.