Morton New York Map

About Morton, New York

Morton is a locality in Monroe County, New York, United States. It is a small community with a population of 480. The population density is 35.0 people per km². Morton is located at 43.3281°N, 77.9953°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 14508.

Morton rests at the edge of the land where the gentle slopes of western New York begin their slow descent toward the vast, shimmering expanse of Lake Ontario. It lies 17.3 miles west-north-west of Greece, NY (from Greece, NY: bearing 298°T), and is situated 7.0 miles east of Kent. The soil here, a rich, dark loam, is the quiet foundation for a landscape of rolling fields and orchards, their neat rows often softened by the mist that rises from the lake on cooler mornings. Old farmhouses, weathered by a century or more of sun and snow, stand sentinel beside barns with sagging roofs, their timbers whispering stories of seasons past. The air itself carries a peculiar clarity, a crispness that speaks of open skies and the distant breath of water, a constant, subtle reminder of the lake’s proximity. The history of Morton is intrinsically tied to the fertile land and the lifeblood of the lake. Once a vital hub for the transportation of agricultural goods, its economy now leans heavily on the bounty of its orchards, particularly apples, and the enduring appeal of its shoreline. Small, independent businesses, from quaint antique shops to family-run fruit stands, form the economic heart of Morton, their success a testament to the resilience and self-reliance of its people. The legacy of its maritime past can still be glimpsed in the weathered piers and the occasional glimpse of fishing boats, a reminder of a time when the lake was not just a beautiful backdrop, but a bustling highway.

About This Morton Map Page

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

Detailed location data for Morton includes the ZIP code (14464), telephone area code (585), county seat of Monroe County (Rochester), 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 Morton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.