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Darby Pennsylvania Map

Explore Darby, Pennsylvania, 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 Darby, Pennsylvania

How to Use This Darby, Pennsylvania Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Darby, Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania 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 Darby.

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	Darby
State	Pennsylvania (PA)
County	Delaware County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.918446
Longitude	-75.259072
Population	10,715
Density	4913.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	19023
Area Code	215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878
County Seat	Media
School District	William Penn School District

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About Darby, Pennsylvania

Darby is a locality in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of 10,715. The population density is 4913.4 people per km². Darby is located at 39.9184°N, 75.2591°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Darby is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 19023.

Darby emerges from the landscape as a convergence of history and terrain, defined by the persistent flow of Darby Creek as it carves a path through the regional soil. It lies 1.0 miles southeast of Upper Darby, PA (from Upper Darby, PA: bearing 132°T), and is situated 5.6 miles west-southwest of Philadelphia. This waterway serves as a vital artery, grounding Darby in a physical reality that remains firmly inland and far removed from any coastal influence. The surrounding topography exhibits a quiet, sturdy character, with Norman Powell Park providing a necessary expanse of green space for residents to gather. On the distant horizon, the faint, jagged silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains reminds observers of the vast, shifting geography that stretches across the broader territory. The light at dusk here often clings to the brickwork of older buildings, casting long, somber shadows that seem to hold the weight of many years.

Early settlement in Darby grew from the necessity of harnessing local resources, establishing a foundation that relied heavily on the ingenuity of its initial inhabitants. The economy evolved through the decades as small-scale manufacturing and trade replaced the agrarian roots that first defined the regional output. While the industrial vigor of the broader Pennsylvania landscape once pulsed with the rhythm of steel and coal, Darby maintained a more focused, localized approach to its own commercial development. This shift in industry left behind a distinct architectural legacy, where the sturdy, unpretentious structures of former workshops still stand as quiet witnesses to the labor of past generations. The endurance of these buildings mirrors the resilience of a populace that has adapted to the changing demands of the modern market.

Cultural life in Darby thrives on a sense of inherited identity, reflected in the communal gatherings that mark the passing of seasons. Residents often find common ground in the shared memory of the neighborhood, where local landmarks serve as touchstones for those who have spent their lives in the area. The famous comedian W.C. Fields was born here, bringing a sharp, cynical wit to the world that contrasted with the unassuming reality of his origins. While the Falls of Schuylkill remain a notable feature seven miles away, the focus of daily existence remains squarely on the local streets and the quiet interactions between neighbors. Even as the years go by, the pace of life in Darby retains a deliberate quality, favoring the steady accumulation of small, meaningful moments over the frantic speed of the outside world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Collingdale Swim Club (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 257° W
County Land (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 293° NW
Cobbs Creek Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 070° E
Frank W. Burr Field (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 147° SE
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum (National Wildlife Refuge) — 1.4 mi, 171° S · 2,022 acres
Thomas Garrett (Monument) — 2.6 mi, 316° NW
Bushfire Theatre of Performing Arts (Theatre) — 3.1 mi, 034° NE
Newkirk Monument (Monument) — 3.2 mi, 062° NE
Paul Robeson House & Museum (Museum) — 3.3 mi, 037° NE
Marvin Samson Center for the History of Pharmacy (Museum) — 3.3 mi, 054° NE
Gettysburg Stone (Monument) — 3.3 mi, 051° NE
Dickens and Little Nell (Public Artwork) — 3.4 mi, 051° NE
American Bandstand (Attraction) — 3.7 mi, 042° NE
The Rotunda (Theatre) — 3.8 mi, 050° NE
Cinemark University City Penn 6 (Cinema) — 3.8 mi, 050° NE
Institute of Contemporary Art (Museum) — 4.2 mi, 054° NE
Columns and Capital from Amman Jordan (Historic Ruins) — 4.2 mi, 058° NE
New Africa Center (Museum) — 4.3 mi, 038° NE
Tiberino Museum (Museum) — 4.4 mi, 047° NE
Ruins of Old Mill (Historic Ruins) — 4.6 mi, 343° N
Susan O'Reilly Studio (Gallery) — 4.9 mi, 257° W
WildWorks Ropes Course (Attraction) — 5.1 mi, 041° NE
Eugene and Theresa Lang Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 5.2 mi, 260° W
Ridley Creek State Park (State Park) — 8.3 mi, 278° W
Fort Washington State Park (State Park) — 12.3 mi, 007° N

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