Sodus New York Map

About Sodus, New York

Sodus is a locality in Wayne County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,656. The population density is 280.0 people per km². Sodus is located at 43.2378°N, 77.0614°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 14551.

Sodus rests where the land gently slopes toward the vast, cool embrace of Lake Ontario, a place where the air often carries the briny tang of distant waters and the scent of ripening fruit. It lies 18.6 miles east of Webster, NY (from Webster, NY: bearing 84°T), and is situated 6.4 miles east of Williamson. The terrain here is a soft tapestry of rolling fields, their fertile soil yielding bountiful harvests, bordered by the deep green of orchards and the occasional flash of a meandering creek. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, spills across the landscape in broad, honeyed strokes, catching the dust motes dancing above unpaved lanes and illuminating the sturdy, weathered facades of farmhouses. The character of Sodus is one of quiet persistence, a patient unfolding of seasons marked by the steady work of the land and the predictable ebb and flow of lake breezes. The history of Sodus is deeply intertwined with the very waters that define it, a natural harbor that drew early settlers and fueled a vibrant maritime past. For generations, the economy here has been anchored by agriculture, particularly the cultivation of apples, cherries, and peaches, their sweetness a testament to the region's rich soil and the careful hands that tend them. Beyond the orchards, the presence of the lake has always been a significant draw, fostering a local identity shaped by fishing, boating, and the simple pleasure of lakeside living. The Sodus Bay area, a jewel of the Finger Lakes, draws visitors with its natural beauty and recreational opportunities, a reminder of the enduring allure of this corner of Wayne County.

About This Sodus Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Sodus, 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 Sodus and Wayne County.

Detailed location data for Sodus includes the ZIP code (14551), telephone area code (585), county seat of Wayne County (Lyons), and school district assignment (Sodus 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 Sodus is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.