Mount Vernon, Erie County
Mount Vernon, New York — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Mount Vernon, Erie County.
| City | Mount Vernon |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Erie |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 42.753948 |
| Longitude | -78.89059 |
| Density | N/A /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
Mount Vernon is a locality in Erie County, New York, United States. Mount Vernon is located at 42.7539°N, 78.8906°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 10552.0.
Mount Vernon, New York, breathes a character shaped by its proximity to grander ambitions, yet it holds its own quiet dignity. It lies 4.1 miles north-west of Hamburg, NY (from Hamburg, NY: bearing 310°T), and is situated 9.2 miles south of Buffalo. The terrain here is a study in subtle shifts, a gentle rise and fall that hints at the larger Appalachian foothills to the east, but without their dramatic pronouncements. Mature trees, a mix of oak and maple, form leafy canopies over residential streets, their branches arching like benevolent arms. In the late afternoon, the light filters through these leaves, casting a dappled, almost liquid glow on the sidewalks, a soft luminescence that softens the edges of brick homes and manicured lawns. The air, especially after a rain, carries a clean, earthy scent, a reminder of the rich soil that underpins this suburban landscape. The story of Mount Vernon is one of ambition and integration, a place that grew from the fertile ground of Westchester County’s historical estates. Its development was spurred by the railroad, drawing residents seeking a more tranquil life within reach of the bustling energy of New York City, a connection that still defines its local economy. While no single industry dominates, a diverse array of small businesses and professional services form the backbone of Mount Vernon's commerce, serving a population that values both community connection and accessible opportunity. The city’s character is a blend of established neighborhoods, each with its own subtle architectural narrative, and a forward-looking spirit that continues to adapt and evolve, much like the changing seasons painting the trees with vibrant hues.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon and Erie County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Mount Vernon is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Mount Vernon is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |