Walton New York Map

About Walton, New York

Walton is a locality in Delaware County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,028. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Walton is located at 42.1695°N, 75.1293°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 13856.

Walton rests in a broad valley, where the Delaware River, a ribbon of silver under a vast, ever-changing sky, begins its long journey. It lies 40.7 miles east of Binghamton, NY (from Binghamton, NY: bearing 83°T), and is situated 7.1 miles west-south-west of Hamden. The land rises gently on either side, a patchwork of verdant fields and dense woodlands, the hills softened by a haze that often hangs in the air, particularly in the early morning hours. Barns, weathered to a deep, comforting red, punctuate the landscape, their silhouettes sharp against the pale blue of a clear day or softened by the misty breath of approaching weather. The air here carries the clean scent of pine and damp earth, a constant reminder of the wildness that presses in around the edges of civilization. The history of Walton is deeply intertwined with the flow of the river and the bounty of the surrounding countryside. This was a place where early settlers found fertile ground for farming, and that agrarian spirit still breathes through its core, evident in the farmers' markets that spring up with the seasons, offering the fruits of local labor. Beyond agriculture, the village has seen its share of industry, from sawmills that once hummed with the activity of timber processing to the more recent, quieter presence of small businesses that cater to the needs of residents and the occasional traveler drawn by the promise of a peaceful sojourn. The architecture of Walton speaks of a steady development, a pragmatic building for life rather than for show, with sturdy homes and public buildings that have weathered generations, reflecting a community built on resilience and a quiet sense of enduring purpose.

About This Walton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Walton, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.16953, -75.129335. 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 Walton and Delaware County.

Detailed location data for Walton includes the ZIP code (13856), telephone area code (315), county seat of Delaware County (Delhi), and school district assignment (Walton 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 Walton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.