Moira New York Map

About Moira, New York

Moira is a locality in Franklin County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,400. The population density is 35.0 people per km². Moira is located at 44.8181°N, 74.5557°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12957.

Moira rests in a landscape shaped by the slow, persistent sculpting of glaciers and the gentle flow of water. It lies 70.2 miles west-north-west of Burlington, VT (from Burlington, VT: bearing 290°T), and is situated 5.5 miles east-north-east of Lawrenceville. Rolling hills, softened by the passage of seasons, cradle fields that stretch towards the horizon, their green a vibrant promise in the summer sun, turning to muted golds and russets as autumn arrives. The air here, especially in the early morning, carries a crispness that speaks of northern climes, a scent of damp earth and pine needles that awakens the senses. Along the edges of these open spaces, stands of deciduous trees, their leaves rustling like whispered secrets, give way to the darker, more stoic presence of evergreens, creating a mosaic of textures and hues that shifts with the changing light. The history of Moira is intertwined with the rich soil and the waterways that have sustained its people for generations. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of fertile land, cleared forests and established farms, laying the foundation for a local economy that has long been rooted in agriculture. While the specific industries may have evolved, a connection to the land persists, a quiet understanding of its bounty and its challenges. The modest architecture of Moira reflects this enduring spirit, buildings that stand with a quiet dignity, unpretentious yet sturdy, like the character of the people who call this place home. There’s a sense of continuity here, a feeling that the past is not a distant memory but a living presence, woven into the everyday fabric of Moira.

About This Moira Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Moira, 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 Moira and Franklin County.

Detailed location data for Moira includes the ZIP code (12957), telephone area code (845), county seat of Franklin County (Malone), 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 Moira is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.