Leesport Pennsylvania Map

About Leesport, Pennsylvania

Leesport is a locality in Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,166. The population density is 1175.3 people per km². Leesport is located at 40.4470°N, 75.9663°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 19533.

Leesport lies cradled by the Schuylkill River, its namesake waterway a constant murmur beneath the broad, open skies of Berks County. It lies 8.0 miles north-north-west of Reading, PA (from Reading, PA: bearing 345°T), and is situated 8.1 miles north of Wyomissing. The terrain here is a gentle swell of fertile farmland, punctuated by stands of oak and maple that blaze with color in autumn, their leaves rustling like old secrets. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a faint, sweet scent of ripening corn and damp earth, a perfume of the season’s bounty. The houses, a mix of sturdy Victorian brick and more modern clapboard, seem to settle into the landscape, as if they, too, have grown from the soil, their windows reflecting the slow, deliberate passage of clouds. The history of Leesport is deeply entwined with the river that defined its early existence, a vital artery for transportation and trade. This was a place shaped by the industry of its people, from the mills that once harnessed the river’s power to the farms that continue to feed the region. The old canal towpath, now a popular recreational trail, whispers of barges laden with coal and iron, the echoes of a busier past. Today, the economy of Leesport retains a connection to its agricultural roots, with local businesses serving the surrounding farms and a growing appreciation for the quiet, unhurried pace of life that draws new residents seeking respite from the clamor of larger cities. The sense of community here is palpable, a quiet strength forged in shared seasons and the enduring presence of the river.

About This Leesport Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Leesport, Pennsylvania with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Leesport and Berks County.

Detailed location data for Leesport includes the ZIP code (19533), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Berks County (Reading), and school district assignment (Schuylkill Valley 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 Leesport is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.