Port Jefferson New York Map

About Port Jefferson, New York

Port Jefferson is a locality in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,091. The population density is 1012.0 people per km². Port Jefferson is located at 40.9465°N, 73.0693°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11777.

Port Jefferson breathes the salty tang of the Long Island Sound, its harbor a gentle curve against the northern shore. It lies 6.3 miles north-north-east of Centereach, NY (from Centereach, NY: bearing 15°T), and is situated 9.3 miles north-east of Smithtown. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of wind and weather, give way to the bustling waterfront, where weathered pilings stand sentinel over the water. The air here hums with a unique coastal melody – the cry of gulls, the distant thrum of ferries, the murmur of conversations drifting from open doorways. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, spills across the water in shimmering ribbons, catching the sails of pleasure craft and glinting off the polished brass of the harbor master's office. This is a place where history is not just remembered but felt in the very cobblestones beneath your feet. Once a vital hub for shipbuilding and whaling, Port Jefferson’s maritime legacy still echoes in its narrow, winding streets and the sturdy architecture that lines the waterfront. Today, the local economy thrives on a blend of tourism, ferry services connecting to Connecticut, and a vibrant array of shops and restaurants that draw visitors and residents alike. The Stony Brook University campus, a short drive inland, injects a youthful energy, while the charming village green remains the heart of community gatherings, a testament to Port Jefferson's enduring spirit.

About This Port Jefferson Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Port Jefferson, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.946488, -73.069273. 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 Port Jefferson and Suffolk County.

Detailed location data for Port Jefferson includes the ZIP code (11777), telephone area code (516), county seat of Suffolk County (Riverhead), and school district assignment (Port Jefferson 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 Port Jefferson is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.