Westmere New York Map
Explore Westmere, New York, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Westmere, New York
| City | Westmere |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Albany County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 42.691189 |
| Longitude | -73.868734 |
| Population | 7,560 |
| Density | 921.1 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 12203 |
| Area Code | 518 |
| County Seat | Albany |
| School District | Guilderland Central School District |
About Westmere, New York
Westmere is a locality in Albany County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,560. The population density is 921.1 people per km². Westmere is located at 42.6912°N, 73.8687°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12203.Westmere sits upon a plateau where the air grows crisp and clear, defined by the quiet sprawl of inland terrain. It lies 2.4 miles east-southeast of Guilderland, NY (from Guilderland, NY: bearing 113°T), and is situated 6.3 miles west-northwest of Albany. The landscape around Westmere is characterized by modest elevations and dense woodlands, providing a sturdy base for the local environment. Residents often look toward the distant Catskill Mountains, which trace a jagged, hazy silhouette against the western horizon during the golden hour. A short walk leads to the Guilderland Town of Land, offering a preserved space where the native flora thrives in undisturbed pockets of greenery. Nearby, the waters of Rensselaer Lake and the steady flow of Blockhouse Creek carve gentle paths through the soil, grounding the region in a persistent, quiet hydrology.
Westmere maintains a steady, industrious pace that reflects the pragmatic spirit of the surrounding upstate corridor. Early development was spurred by the expansion of regional commerce and the necessity of linking interior transit routes to more populated hubs. Today, the economy relies on a mixture of professional services and local enterprise, favoring a stable environment where businesses can grow without the frantic pressure of larger metropolitan centers. The nearby Horton Falls provides a natural backdrop for the area’s enduring focus on land management and environmental stewardship. While the region is not defined by singular industries, the collective labor of the populace ensures that Westmere remains a functional and cohesive place to live.
Cultural life in Westmere is marked by a deliberate appreciation for the changing seasons and the communal rhythms of the calendar year. Public gatherings at the Guilderland Town of Land often serve as the focal point for neighborhood connection, fostering a sense of shared purpose among those who call the area home. The local character is unpretentious, shaped by a long-standing tradition of quiet independence and neighborly cooperation. While no singular, world-famous figure claims Westmere as a birthplace, the individuals who reside here contribute to a steady, thoughtful atmosphere that values substance over spectacle. The proximity to the serene waters of Rensselaer Lake and the cooling mists near Horton Falls encourages an outdoor-oriented lifestyle that persists regardless of the shifting modern world.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Guilderland Town of Land (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 072° E
- Albany Pine Bush Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 0.4 mi, 013° N
- Guilderland Town Lands (Local Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 281° W
- Highwood Village Lands (Local Conservation Area) — 0.7 mi, 294° NW
- FunnyBone Comedy Club (Theatre) — 0.9 mi, 099° E
- Artforms Gallery (Gallery) — 1.2 mi, 291° W
- Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy Land (Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 333° NW
- Town Of Bethlehem Land (Local Park) — 2.0 mi, 141° SE
- North Bethlehem Park (Local Recreation) — 2.0 mi, 141° SE
- Campus Center West Auditorium (Theatre) — 2.2 mi, 100° E
- 9/11 Memorial (Monument) — 3.1 mi, 107° E
- Unity 1970 (Public Artwork) — 3.2 mi, 106° E
- New York State Lands (State Park) — 3.4 mi, 327° NW
- Pine Hollow Arboretum (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 170° S
- Black Creek Marsh Wma (State Resource Management Area) — 4.1 mi, 243° SW
- Black Creek Marsh Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.1 mi, 243° SW
- Town of Bethlehem Volunteer Fire-EMS Services Memorial (Monument) — 4.3 mi, 175° S
- First Steam Train (Monument) — 4.3 mi, 114° SE
- Esther Massry Gallery (Gallery) — 4.5 mi, 115° SE
- Albany Art Room (Arts Centre) — 4.8 mi, 124° SE
- Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 4.8 mi, 039° NE
- Albany International Airport Gallery (Gallery) — 4.8 mi, 039° NE
- The Throop Museum (Museum) — 5.3 mi, 121° SE
- Tulip Festival (Attraction) — 5.6 mi, 117° SE
- Underground Railroad Education Center (Museum) — 6.2 mi, 110° E
- State Education Building Tours (Attraction) — 6.2 mi, 115° SE
- Albany Barn (Arts Centre) — 6.2 mi, 111° E
- New York State Capitol Tour (Attraction) — 6.3 mi, 116° SE
- Erie Canal (State Recreation Area) — 6.4 mi, 018° N
- John Boyd Thacher State Park (State Park) — 7.0 mi, 242° SW
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About This Westmere Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Westmere, New York. Coordinates: 42.691189, -73.868734. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Westmere includes the ZIP code (12203), telephone area code (518), county seat of Albany County (Albany), and school district assignment (Guilderland Central School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
