Setauket New York Map

About Setauket, New York

Setauket is a locality in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,069. The population density is 565.3 people per km². Setauket is located at 40.9351°N, 73.1184°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11733.

Setauket breathes the salt-laced air of Long Island's northern shore, a landscape where the land gently slopes towards the shimmering waters of the Long Island Sound. It lies 5.4 miles north of Centereach, NY (from Centereach, NY: bearing 349°T), and is situated 7.0 miles north-east of Smithtown. Mature oak and maple trees, their branches reaching like weathered arms, cast dappled shadows across curving lanes lined with historic homes. The terrain here is a subtle interplay of low hills and marshy edges, where the scent of pine mingles with the briny tang of the sea, particularly potent as the afternoon sun begins its descent, painting the sky in hues of peach and lavender. The quietude of Setauket is punctuated by the distant calls of gulls and the rustle of leaves, a natural symphony that underscores the enduring charm of this coastal enclave. From its earliest days as a colonial settlement, Setauket has been shaped by its proximity to the water, a vital artery for trade and sustenance. This history is palpable in the well-preserved architecture, a testament to generations who navigated the rhythms of the sea and the land. The local economy, once heavily reliant on shipbuilding and farming, now thrives on a blend of charming boutiques, waterfront dining, and the quiet hum of professional services, drawing residents and visitors alike to its unique character. The legacy of figures like Benjamin Tallmadge, a Revolutionary War spy whose presence is woven into the very narrative of this place, adds a layer of historical depth, reminding all who visit of the quiet resilience and strategic importance that Setauket has long held.

About This Setauket Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Setauket, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.935098, -73.118442. 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 Setauket and Suffolk County.

Detailed location data for Setauket includes the ZIP code (11733), telephone area code (516), county seat of Suffolk County (Riverhead), and school district assignment (Three Village Central 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 Setauket is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.