Chelsea New York Map

About Chelsea, New York

Chelsea is a locality in Dutchess County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,800. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Chelsea is located at 41.5537°N, 73.9668°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12512.

Chelsea unfolds with a quiet grace along the banks of the Hudson River, a place where the land rises gently from the water's edge, hinting at the rolling hills that cradle it. It lies 4.1 miles north-north-east of Newburgh, NY (from Newburgh, NY: bearing 33°T), and is situated 6.1 miles north-north-east of New Windsor. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries the cool breath of the river, mingled with the scent of damp earth and the distant murmur of traffic on the Taconic State Parkway, a constant hum beneath the rustle of leaves in the mature trees that line the streets. The terrain, a blend of open meadows and wooded expanses, suggests a landscape shaped by both natural forces and careful cultivation, with a sky that often stretches vast and luminous, particularly when evening paints the western horizon in shades of rose and amethyst. Historically, Chelsea's roots are intertwined with the broader narrative of Hudson Valley settlement and industry. Once a vital hub for manufacturing, particularly in the textile and paper sectors, its economic character has since shifted, embracing a more diversified approach that includes retail, small businesses, and a growing residential appeal for those drawn to its serene setting. The legacy of its industrial past is still visible in the sturdy, brick buildings that punctuate the downtown area, a reminder of the labor and ingenuity that built this community. Today, Chelsea retains a distinct sense of local identity, a place where the pace of life allows for a thoughtful appreciation of its natural surroundings and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants, with the river serving as a constant, flowing artery connecting it to the wider world.

About This Chelsea Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Chelsea, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.553705, -73.966805. 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 Chelsea and Dutchess County.

Detailed location data for Chelsea includes the ZIP code (10314), telephone area code (718, 347, 929, 845), county seat of Dutchess County (Poughkeepsie), 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 Chelsea is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.