Sterlington New York Map

About Sterlington, New York

Sterlington is a locality in Rockland County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,600. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Sterlington is located at 41.1454°N, 74.1888°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 10986.

Sterlington rests in a fold of Rockland County, where the land rises gently from the Hudson River's broad embrace. It lies 1.1 miles west-north-west of Ramapo, NY (from Ramapo, NY: bearing 285°T), and is situated 7.9 miles west-north-west of Spring Valley. The air here often carries the damp, earthy scent of the nearby woods, a subtle perfume that mingles with the clean, crispness of a northern breeze. Rolling hills, softened by a verdant carpet of deciduous trees, form the backdrop, their shapes a familiar comfort against the ever-changing sky. In the warmer months, sunlight filters through the leaves in shifting patterns, painting the quiet lanes and modest homes with a dappled, golden light. Evenings bring a hushed stillness, broken only by the distant call of a bird or the rustle of leaves as the day’s warmth slowly recedes. The history of Sterlington is intertwined with the agricultural roots of the region, a legacy still visible in the occasional weathered barn and the well-tended gardens that spill over picket fences. Once a place of farms and orchards, its character now reflects a more suburban tranquility, a quiet haven for those who appreciate the proximity to nature without sacrificing modern convenience. The local economy, while diversified, retains a connection to the land, with small businesses and services catering to a community that values a slower pace. The Ramapo River, a ribbon of silver, winds its way through the surrounding landscape, a constant reminder of the natural forces that have shaped Sterlington and continue to offer a serene beauty to its residents.

About This Sterlington Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Sterlington, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.145373, -74.188757. 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 Sterlington and Rockland County.

Detailed location data for Sterlington includes the ZIP code (10974), telephone area code (914), county seat of Rockland County (New City), 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 Sterlington is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.