Claverack New York Map

About Claverack, New York

Claverack is a locality in Columbia County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,400. The population density is 55.0 people per km². Claverack is located at 42.2251°N, 73.7346°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12513.

Claverack lies cradled by the rolling hills of Columbia County, a landscape where broad fields of corn and soybeans unfurl towards the horizon, punctuated by stands of mature oak and maple trees. It lies 28.9 miles west-south-west of Berkshires, MA (from Berkshires, MA: bearing 258°T), and is situated 6.7 miles east of Catskill. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries a soft, earthy scent, a blend of tilled soil and the distant whisper of pine. Farmhouses, their white paint weathered to a gentle patina, dot the countryside, some with wide porches that seem to invite a moment of quiet contemplation. The terrain itself is a study in subtle variations, a series of gentle rises and dips that offer glimpses of the distant Catskill Mountains, their blue-grey forms a constant, reassuring presence on clear days. Even the light seems to possess a particular quality, softening the edges of barns and silos as dusk approaches, lending a timeless, almost painterly feel to the scene. The history of Claverack is deeply intertwined with its agricultural roots, a legacy evident in the enduring farmsteads and the patterns of cultivation that have shaped the land for centuries. Originally settled by Dutch farmers, the area's economy has long been anchored by the bounty of its fertile soil, producing crops that have sustained generations. Though modernization has brought changes, the spirit of self-reliance and connection to the land persists. Small businesses, often family-run, still form the backbone of the local commerce, offering goods and services that cater to the needs of the surrounding farms and residents. Occasional antique shops and artisanal bakeries hint at a growing appreciation for the past, while the quiet hum of everyday life underscores the enduring character of Claverack.

About This Claverack Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Claverack, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.225088, -73.734569. 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 Claverack and Columbia County.

Detailed location data for Claverack includes the ZIP code (12513), telephone area code (845), county seat of Columbia County (Hudson), 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 Claverack is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.