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Matthews North Carolina Map

Explore Matthews, North Carolina, 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 Matthews, North Carolina

How to Use This Matthews, North Carolina Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Matthews, North Carolina. 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 North Carolina 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 Matthews.

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	Matthews
State	North Carolina (NC)
County	Mecklenburg County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	35.119788
Longitude	-80.709693
Population	29,435
Density	664.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	28105, 28104, 28106
Area Code	704, 980
County Seat	Charlotte
School District	Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

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About Matthews, North Carolina

Matthews is a locality in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, United States. It has a population of 29,435. The population density is 664.0 people per km². Matthews is located at 35.1198°N, 80.7097°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Matthews is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 28105, 28104, 28106.

Matthews maintains a quiet presence upon the rolling terrain of the Piedmont, where the air often holds a crisp, earthen clarity at dusk. It lies 2.8 miles northwest of Stallings, NC (from Stallings, NC: bearing 310°T), and is situated 4.1 miles northwest of Indian Trail. The landscape is defined by the steady, modest flow of Fourmile Creek, which winds through the greenery just a mile from the center of town. While the distant Appalachian Mountains loom far to the west, the immediate horizon remains a gentle progression of woodland and open fields. Stumptown Park serves as the central gathering point, offering a shaded expanse where the sunlight filters through the canopy in soft, golden shafts. Even at a distance of thirteen miles, the presence of Moody Lake influences the regional humidity, grounding the atmosphere in a persistent, fertile stillness.

Matthews grew from its origins as a rural trading crossroads into a center defined by the industrious spirit of the surrounding agricultural lands. The local economy transitioned over time from agrarian roots to a diverse professional landscape, reflecting the broader development of the region. Historical remnants of the railroad era still inform the layout of the streets, where commerce has long thrived amidst the changing pace of modern industry. Many residents recognize the value of this steady growth, which balances contemporary business interests with a lingering respect for the trade and textiles that once anchored the economy. The rhythm of daily life here remains tethered to this legacy, favoring a deliberate, thoughtful progression of development.

Matthews reflects a cultural character that prizes neighborly courtesy and the preservation of its distinct heritage. Residents often gather at Stumptown Park for seasonal festivals and local events, which highlight the close-knit nature of the population. The town remains a place where the familiar architecture of the historic district provides a sense of continuity against the backdrop of a changing world. While famous figures like the actor Randolph Scott once called the broader region home, the focus of the area remains firmly on the daily contributions of its current inhabitants. This balance of historic pride and forward-looking energy ensures that Matthews retains a personality entirely its own, distinct from the sprawling expansion of the nearby urban core.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Blended Joy (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 243° SW
Town of Matthews Open Space (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 176° S
Mecklenburg County Open Space (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 161° S
Mecklenburg County Sports Complex (Local Conservation Area) — 0.7 mi, 161° S
Stumptown Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 249° W
Fullwood Theatre (Theatre) — 0.9 mi, 238° SW
Matthews Playhouse (Theatre) — 0.9 mi, 238° SW
CPCC Levine Campus Community Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 158° S
Mecklenburg County Open Space - Four Mile Creek Greenway (Local Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 216° SW
Lucas Family Gristmill Site (Historic Ruins) — 3.6 mi, 335° NW
Town of Mint Hill Open Space (Local Recreation) — 3.8 mi, 004° N
Mint Hill Arts (Arts Centre) — 4.8 mi, 037° NE
Stone Theatres Sun Valley 14 Cinemas (Cinema) — 5.9 mi, 142° SE
Oakhurst Men's Club Plaque (Monument) — 6.7 mi, 318° NW
Anne Neilson Fine Art (Gallery) — 7.0 mi, 291° W
Mecklenburg County WWII Memorial (Monument) — 7.3 mi, 332° NW
Big Rock (Attraction) — 7.8 mi, 239° SW
Isaac Newton Alexander Grist Mill (Historic Ruins) — 8.1 mi, 296° NW
Shain Gallery (Gallery) — 8.2 mi, 297° NW
Coach Ken Waldron Field (Stadium) — 8.3 mi, 267° W
Studio 117 Gallery (Gallery) — 8.5 mi, 310° NW
Abandoned Charlotte Delivery Service Truck and Car (Attraction) — 8.5 mi, 287° W
Manor Theatre (Cinema) — 8.6 mi, 311° NW
Gainseville Midland (Attraction) — 9.1 mi, 304° NW
Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 34.5 mi, 094° E · 17k acres
Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 39.5 mi, 142° SE · 92k acres
Uwharrie National Forest (National Forest) — 39.9 mi, 051° NE · 52k acres

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