Lakeland New York Map

About Lakeland, New York

Lakeland is a locality in Onondaga County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,322. The population density is 606.8 people per km². Lakeland is located at 43.0903°N, 76.2405°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 13209.

Lakeland rests on the western edge of Onondaga Lake, a broad expanse of water reflecting the vast, often dramatic, sky. It lies 2.8 miles west of Salina, NY (from Salina, NY: bearing 277°T), and is situated 5.5 miles west-north-west of Syracuse. Gentle hills roll away from the shoreline, their slopes a patchwork of mature trees and open fields that catch the shifting light of dawn and dusk. The air here carries the distinct scent of damp earth and pine, a quiet perfume that settles over the landscape as the day winds down. Small streams, barely more than ribbons of silver, weave through the terrain, their murmuring presence a constant, soft soundtrack to the surrounding stillness. The history of Lakeland is deeply intertwined with the industrial past of the region, a legacy visible in the remnants of past endeavors that dot the periphery. Once a hub for manufacturing and industry, the economic pulse of Lakeland has since softened, now leaning into the natural beauty of its setting. The proximity to the lake has always been central to its identity, offering both recreation and a connection to the broader waterways that drain into Lake Ontario. While no single towering landmark defines Lakeland, its character is built from the collective memory of its people and the enduring presence of the water that gives it its name.

About This Lakeland Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Lakeland, 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 Lakeland and Onondaga County.

Detailed location data for Lakeland includes the ZIP code (11779), telephone area code (516, 315), county seat of Onondaga County (Syracuse), and school district assignment (Solvay Union Free 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 Lakeland is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.