Jamesport New York Map

About Jamesport, New York

Jamesport is a locality in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,593. The population density is 132.1 people per km². Jamesport is located at 40.9495°N, 72.5815°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11947.

Jamesport rests on the North Fork of Long Island, a place where the land gently unfurls towards the watery embrace of Peconic Bay. It lies 4.8 miles east-north-east of Riverhead, NY (from Riverhead, NY: bearing 62°T), and is situated 6.5 miles north-north-west of Hampton Bays. The air here carries a perpetual salt-laced whisper, a breath drawn from the broad expanse of water that defines its southern edge. Fields, often painted with the vibrant hues of summer crops or the muted golds of autumn, stretch inland, punctuated by stands of mature oak and pine that hold their own secrets. The light at the end of a day often spills a honeyed glow across the landscape, softening the edges of farmhouses and glinting off the sails of boats moored in the sheltered harbors. The character of Jamesport is one of quiet resilience, a place that has weathered seasons and changes with a steadfast, unpretentious grace. This corner of Suffolk County has long been shaped by the bounty of both land and sea, its history interwoven with the cycles of agriculture and fishing. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile soil and accessible waterways, established a community rooted in the cultivation of vineyards and the harvesting of shellfish. The local economy, though diversified over time, still echoes these foundational industries, with farm stands offering the season's freshest produce and the scent of brine a constant reminder of the bay's enduring significance. Jamesport’s distinctive charm lies in this harmonious blend, a place where the echoes of its past resonate in the rhythm of its present, a quiet testament to the enduring spirit of a coastal enclave.

About This Jamesport Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Jamesport, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.949544, -72.58148. 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 Jamesport and Suffolk County.

Detailed location data for Jamesport includes the ZIP code (11901), telephone area code (914, 845), county seat of Suffolk County (Riverhead), and school district assignment (Riverhead 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 Jamesport is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.