Portland New York Map

About Portland, New York

Portland is a locality in Tompkins County, New York, United States. Portland is located at 42.5228°N, 76.5241°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 14769.

Portland, a quiet settlement, unfolds across rolling hills that gently slope toward the shimmering expanse of Cayuga Lake. It lies 4.7 miles north-north-east of Tompkins, NY (from Tompkins, NY: bearing 16°T), and is situated 5.9 miles north-north-west of Ithaca. The land here is a mosaic of verdant pastures, dotted with the sturdy silhouettes of barns and farmhouses, and dense woodlands where the air hangs cool and sweet with the scent of pine and damp earth. In the late afternoon, sunlight spills over the western ridges, painting the sky in hues of apricot and lavender, a transient beauty that settles over the landscape like a whispered secret. The roads themselves seem to meander with a thoughtful pace, following the contours of the land as if in conversation with the ancient trees that guard their edges. The history of Portland is etched not in grand monuments, but in the enduring practicality of its people and the fertile soil they have long cultivated. For generations, agriculture has been the lifeblood of this corner of the county, with apple orchards and dairy farms shaping the very character of the place. The crisp autumn air often carries the faint, sweet aroma of ripening fruit, a subtle reminder of the agricultural bounty. While no single industry dominates, a steady, grounded economy persists, sustained by the land and the quiet industry of its residents. The nearby waters of Cayuga Lake offer a serene counterpoint to the agrarian rhythm, drawing those who seek solace in its vast, blue stillness.

About This Portland Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Portland, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.52285, -76.524108. 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 Portland and Tompkins County.

Detailed location data for Portland includes the ZIP code (14850), telephone area code (607), county seat of Tompkins County (Ithaca), 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 Portland is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.