Northfield Ohio Map

About Northfield, Ohio

Northfield is a locality in Summit County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,543. The population density is 1299.5 people per km². Northfield is located at 41.3451°N, 81.5285°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 44067.

Northfield unfolds across a landscape sculpted by the slow, persistent artistry of glaciers, where the Cuyahoga River carves a winding path through rolling terrain. It lies 6.4 miles south-east of Garfield Heights, OH (from Garfield Heights, OH: bearing 141°T), and is situated 8.9 miles south of Shaker Heights. The air here, particularly in the late afternoon, carries a crispness that hints at the approaching autumn chill, and the light, when it catches the tops of the mature oak and maple trees that fringe the residential streets, turns the ordinary into something akin to stained glass. Fields, some still actively worked, others yielding to the gentle encroachment of suburban development, stretch out in patches of ochre and vibrant green, punctuated by the sturdy, practical architecture of farmhouses and the occasional red barn, their silhouettes softened by the haze of distant industry. The character of Northfield is one of quiet resilience, a place where the echoes of agricultural heritage are still discernible beneath the hum of modern life. The history of Northfield is deeply entwined with the very veins of the land, its economy once powered by the rich soil and the abundant waterways that facilitated trade and transport. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of fertile ground and the strategic location along the Cuyahoga, established a community that grew with the burgeoning industries of the broader region. While agriculture remains a thread in its fabric, the economic pulse of Northfield now beats with a more varied rhythm, reflecting the diverse commerce and retail that have taken root. Notable among its features is the presence of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, a treasured natural expanse that offers sanctuary to both wildlife and weary souls, its trails and vistas a constant reminder of the enduring beauty that underpins the human endeavors of Northfield.

About This Northfield Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Northfield, Ohio — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.345055, -81.528452. 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 Northfield and Summit County.

Detailed location data for Northfield includes the ZIP code (45373), telephone area code (937, 216), county seat of Summit County (Akron), and school district assignment (Nordonia Hills City 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 Northfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.