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Troy New York Map

Explore Troy, New York, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Troy, New York

How to Use This Troy, New York Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Troy, New York. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of New York or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Troy.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Troy
State	New York (NY)
County	Rensselaer County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	42.735812
Longitude	-73.675321
Population	51,401
Density	1916.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	12180, 12182, 12183, 12181
Area Code	518
County Seat	Troy
School District	Troy City School District

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About Troy, New York

Troy is a locality in Rensselaer County, New York, United States. It has a population of 51,401. The population density is 1916.2 people per km². Troy is located at 42.7358°N, 73.6753°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Troy is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 12180, 12182, 12183.

Troy occupies a position of prominence along the eastern bank of the Hudson River, where the terrain rises in a series of steep, terraced slopes that define its distinctive vertical character. The landscape surrounding Troy is marked by an inland geography that feels far removed from the low-lying plains, characterized by a crisp, continental air that catches the light in sharp, defined angles during the late afternoon. While the distant Appalachian Mountains provide a jagged silhouette on the horizon, the immediate environment remains defined by the steady, northward flow of the river and the quiet, wooded expanses that stretch toward the Capital District Forest and Game Refuge. Within the center of the urban grid, Seminary Park offers a localized green space where the pace of the day slows, providing a quiet intersection of stone and leaf amidst the dense, brick-lined streets.

Troy traces its foundational roots to the late eighteenth century, emerging as a vital commercial node that capitalized on its advantageous position near the confluence of major inland trade routes. The growth of Troy was spurred by the ingenuity of early entrepreneurs who recognized the potential for manufacturing, transforming the settlement into a primary hub for iron production and textile milling. By the middle of the nineteenth century, Troy had solidified its reputation as a powerhouse of regional industry, drawing laborers and innovators who built the ornate, cast-iron storefronts that still characterize the downtown architecture today. This era of rapid industrial expansion left a permanent imprint on the physical layout of the district, as the structures of commerce and civic life were fashioned with a durability that mirrors the resilience of the people who shaped the early economy.

Economic life in Troy today is defined by a synthesis of historical industrial legacy and the modern pursuit of technological and educational advancement. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute serves as a cornerstone of the regional economy, drawing students and researchers who contribute to a climate of innovation in engineering and the applied sciences. The infrastructure of Troy supports a diverse array of professional services and small-scale manufacturing, benefiting from its strategic access to the transportation corridors that move goods and ideas across the interior of the state. As the local economy continues to evolve, the presence of these academic institutions ensures that the intellectual fiber of Troy remains vibrant, fostering a cycle of development that balances the preservation of historic masonry with the demands of a contemporary workforce.

Cultural life in Troy is expressed through a persistent commitment to the arts, public festivals, and the preservation of its distinct architectural heritage. Throughout the year, the streets of Troy become a venue for community gatherings that celebrate the changing seasons, often drawing crowds to the riverfront to observe the shifting colors of the foliage as the air turns cold. While professional sports teams are largely centered in larger regional hubs, the collegiate athletic programs provide a spirited focus for local enthusiasm, particularly during the winter months. The city is also associated with the folklore of Uncle Sam, a figure whose historical connection to the area is celebrated by residents who take pride in the local provenance of the icon. Beyond the built environment, the nearby Stump Pond serves as a quiet destination for those seeking the stillness of the inland landscape, reflecting the unassuming beauty that defines the character of the region.

Nearby Outdoor Places

City of Troy Land (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 186° S
Troy City Lands (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 186° S
Judy A Fowler Memorial (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 206° SW
Columbus Square (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 271° W
Louis Rubin Memorial Approach (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 232° SW
Studio 2 (Theatre) — 0.6 mi, 220° SW
EMPAC Concert Hall (Theatre) — 0.6 mi, 224° SW
New York State Lands (State Recreation Area) — 0.7 mi, 296° NW
The FOCUS Lab (Gallery) — 0.8 mi, 249° W
The Arts Center of the Capital Region (Arts Centre) — 0.9 mi, 252° W
Old Dam (Historic Ruins) — 1.0 mi, 007° N
Poesten Kill Falls Overlook (Viewpoint) — 1.0 mi, 188° S
Prism Glassworks (Gallery) — 1.1 mi, 225° SW
United Methodist Church bell (Attraction) — 1.1 mi, 260° W
Green Island Ford Plant (Historic Ruins) — 1.2 mi, 320° NW
Champlain Canal (State Recreation Area) — 1.3 mi, 236° SW
Alice Dodge Wallace '38 Center for the Performing Arts (Arts Centre) — 1.7 mi, 159° S
Dietel Gallery (Gallery) — 1.8 mi, 159° S
Uncle Sam's Grave (Attraction) — 1.9 mi, 011° N
Peebles Island State Park (State Park) — 2.6 mi, 350° N
Saint Brigid's Bell (Attraction) — 2.7 mi, 223° SW
John Van Buren Grave (Attraction) — 3.2 mi, 232° SW
Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center (Museum) — 3.3 mi, 342° N
Lock 6 State Canal Park (State Park) — 4.7 mi, 345° N
Green Mountain National Forest (National Forest) — 24.6 mi, 085° E · 412k acres

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