Greenwood New York Map

About Greenwood, New York

Greenwood is a locality in Steuben County, New York, United States. It is a small community with a population of 680. The population density is 18.0 people per km². Greenwood is located at 42.1351°N, 77.6483°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 14839.

Greenwood unfolds across a landscape sculpted by the persistent artistry of water and ice. It lies 43.2 miles west of Elmira, NY (from Elmira, NY: bearing 274°T), and is situated 9.6 miles south-south-west of Canisteo. Rolling hills, their slopes often softened by a verdant cloak of deciduous trees, descend into valleys where streams, remnants of ancient glacial flows, murmur their secrets. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries a crispness that hints at the approaching autumn, a sharp, clean scent of damp earth and decaying leaves. Fields, stitched together by hedgerows and the occasional weathered barn, stretch out like worn patchwork quilts, punctuated by the darker, more solemn presence of evergreen stands. The very character of Greenwood seems to echo the resilient, unhurried growth of the ancient oaks that dot its higher elevations, a quiet strength that has weathered seasons of change. The history of Greenwood is a story woven from the threads of agriculture and the resourceful spirit of its early settlers. For generations, the land has yielded its bounty, supporting farms that continue to define the economic pulse of the area. The gentle, persistent flow of the Canisteo River, though not a dramatic waterway, has been a quiet partner in this agricultural endeavor, providing sustenance and a means of connection. While major industries have largely bypassed this pocket of Steuben County, a distinct local economy thrives on the land, a testament to generations of hard work and an intimate understanding of the seasons. The character of Greenwood is one of quiet persistence, a place where the rhythm of the day is still largely dictated by the sun and the soil.

About This Greenwood Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Greenwood, 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 Greenwood and Steuben County.

Detailed location data for Greenwood includes the ZIP code (14839), telephone area code (607), county seat of Steuben County (Bath), 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 Greenwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.