Fairport New York Map

About Fairport, New York

Fairport is a locality in Monroe County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,403. The population density is 1328.5 people per km². Fairport is located at 43.0987°N, 77.4419°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 14450.

Fairport, a village cradled by the gentle, rolling terrain of Monroe County, breathes with a quiet dignity that belies its proximity to larger urban centers. It lies 1.3 miles north-north-east of Perinton, NY (from Perinton, NY: bearing 12°T), and is situated 9.6 miles east-south-east of Rochester. Here, the land slopes towards the tranquil waters of the Erie Canal, its towpaths now a verdant ribbon inviting walkers and cyclists under a sky that often stretches in wide, pale blue expanses. Mature trees, their branches heavy with the seasons, line the streets, casting dappled shadows on well-kept lawns and the sturdy brick facades of homes and businesses. The air, particularly in the late afternoon, carries the scent of freshly cut grass and the distant hum of traffic, a subtle reminder of the outside world, yet Fairport itself maintains a distinct, unhurried cadence, a place where porch swings still creak and neighbors greet each other by name. The history of Fairport is inextricably linked to the monumental engineering feat of the Erie Canal, which brought prosperity and a sense of purpose to this stretch of western New York. From its early days as a vital hub for trade and transport, the village has cultivated a strong sense of local identity, a character shaped by generations of farmers, merchants, and tradespeople. While the canal's economic dominance has shifted, its legacy remains, visible in the charming canal-side architecture and the enduring spirit of community. Today, Fairport’s economy draws strength from a diverse mix of local businesses, from artisanal shops lining Main Street to the technological enterprises that have found a home in its accessible surrounds. It is a place where the past is not forgotten, but rather serves as a solid foundation for a present that values both tradition and forward momentum.

About This Fairport Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Fairport, 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 Fairport and Monroe County.

Detailed location data for Fairport includes the ZIP code (14450), telephone area code (585), county seat of Monroe County (Rochester), and school district assignment (Fairport 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 Fairport is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.