Swanton Vermont Map

About Swanton, Vermont

Swanton is a locality in Franklin County, Vermont, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,328. Swanton is located at 44.9181°N, 73.1243°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 5488.

Swanton unfolds with a quiet grace along the broad, slow-moving Missisquoi River, its waters reflecting the vast expanse of the Vermont sky. It lies 30.9 miles north of Burlington, VT (from Burlington, VT: bearing 8°T), and is situated 7.7 miles north-north-west of St. Albans. The land here is a patchwork of rich agricultural fields, their cultivated rows marching towards the distant, hazy blue of the Green Mountains, their slopes softened by the passage of seasons. Beyond the fields, stands of deciduous trees, their leaves a riot of green in summer and a fiery spectacle in autumn, fringe the riverbanks, offering a cool, dappled shade. The air, especially in the early morning, carries a crisp, clean scent of damp earth and pine, a subtle perfume that speaks of the wilder, untamed spaces that lie just beyond the last stone wall. The character of Swanton is one of enduring, understated beauty, a place where the rhythm of nature still dictates the pulse of daily life. The history of Swanton is deeply entwined with the fertile river valley, a place where generations have drawn sustenance from the land. Its economy has long been anchored in agriculture, with dairy farms and crop cultivation shaping the landscape and the livelihoods of its inhabitants. The Missisquoi River, once a vital artery for transportation and industry, now offers a more serene presence, its banks a favored spot for quiet reflection and the gentle hum of summer evenings. A distinctive feature of Swanton is its proximity to the Canadian border, a subtle influence that has shaped its cultural fabric over time, fostering a welcoming atmosphere and a sense of connection to its northern neighbor. The remnants of past endeavors can still be glimpsed in the architecture and the very lay of the land, a quiet testament to the industrious spirit that has always defined this corner of Franklin County.

About This Swanton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Swanton, Vermont — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.918098, -73.124298. 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 Swanton and Franklin County.

Detailed location data for Swanton includes the ZIP code (05488), telephone area code (802), county seat of Franklin County (St. Albans), and school district assignment (Missisquoi Valley School District 89). 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 Swanton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.