Putney Vermont Map

About Putney, Vermont

Putney is a locality in Windham County, Vermont, United States. It is a small community with a population of 571. Putney is located at 42.9748°N, 72.5218°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 5346.

Putney rests in a valley carved by the West River, a place where the Green Mountains begin their gentle rise. It lies 41.1 miles north of Amherst, MA (from Amherst, MA: bearing 0°T), and is situated 8.8 miles north-north-east of Brattleboro. The land here is a patchwork of rolling fields, dense forests of maple and pine, and the occasional sun-drenched pasture. The air, especially in the soft light of late afternoon, carries the clean scent of damp earth and pine needles, a comforting balm to the senses. Stone walls, moss-covered and stoic, snake across the terrain, remnants of past labors and boundaries. The West River, a constant, murmuring presence, threads its way through the landscape, its waters reflecting the ever-changing sky. The spirit of Putney has long been one of thoughtful independence and a deep connection to the land. Historically, its economy was rooted in farming and the timber trade, industries that shaped its early character and left their mark on the very contours of the hills. Today, Putney retains a vibrant artisanal core, known for its craftspeople, organic farms, and a thriving educational presence that draws a thoughtful, engaged populace. The Putney Food Co-op stands as a testament to this community's commitment to local sourcing and sustainable living, a hub where neighbors connect and ideas are exchanged. This is a place where the old ways and new aspirations walk hand-in-hand, a quiet strength emanating from the enduring rhythm of its days.

About This Putney Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Putney, Vermont — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.974803, -72.521756. 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 Putney and Windham County.

Detailed location data for Putney includes the ZIP code (05346), telephone area code (802), county seat of Windham County (Newfane), and school district assignment (Windham Southeast Unified Union School District 96). 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 Putney is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.