Black River New York Map

About Black River, New York

Black River is a locality in Jefferson County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,651. The population density is 407.5 people per km². Black River is located at 44.0126°N, 75.7944°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 13612.

Black River breathes with the cool, damp air of northern New York, a place where the land gently slopes towards the water, its banks often fringed with a robust green of cattails and willow. It lies 57.8 miles north-north-west of Rome, NY (from Rome, NY: bearing 343°T), and is situated 6.3 miles east-north-east of Watertown. The terrain here is a study in subtle transitions, from the fertile fields that stretch outwards, their soil rich and dark, to the more wooded areas that hint at the wilder heart of the region. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, can cast a pale, almost ethereal glow across the landscape, softening the edges of the barns and farmhouses that dot the countryside. The Black River itself, a modest but persistent waterway, winds through this landscape, its presence a constant murmur, a soft counterpoint to the rustling leaves and the distant calls of unseen birds. The history of Black River is interwoven with the agricultural bounty of Jefferson County, a legacy that continues to shape its economy. For generations, the land has yielded its crops, supporting a community that values hard work and a connection to the earth. While not a bustling metropolis, Black River possesses a quiet dignity, a sense of endurance passed down through families who have called this place home for decades. The rhythm of life here is dictated by the seasons and the needs of the land, a steady cadence that has seen Black River through periods of growth and quietude, its distinctive character forged by the enduring spirit of its people and the gentle persistence of its namesake river.

About This Black River Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Black River, New York 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 Black River and Jefferson County.

Detailed location data for Black River includes the ZIP code (13612), telephone area code (315), county seat of Jefferson County (Watertown), and school district assignment (Carthage Central 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 Black River is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.