Atherton California Map

About Atherton, California

Atherton is a locality in San Mateo County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,993. The population density is 540.4 people per km². Atherton is located at 37.4613°N, 122.1977°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94027.

Atherton unfolds as a verdant expanse where rolling hills, cloaked in a dense tapestry of redwood and oak, gently descend towards the warmer, sun-drenched valleys. The air here carries a perpetual, subtle coolness, a fragrant blend of damp earth and resinous pine, even as the golden light of afternoon filters through the thick canopy, painting shifting patterns on the winding roads. Manicured estates, often concealed behind high hedges and imposing gates, speak of a refined seclusion, a quiet dignity that permeates the very atmosphere, lending Atherton a character of understated elegance and profound natural beauty. This enclave, historically shaped by the vision of its early landowners, prospered from the agricultural bounty of the surrounding lands before evolving into a sanctuary for those seeking respite from the clamor of urban life. The local economy, once rooted in orchards and vineyards, now thrives on the wealth generated by innovation and enterprise in the nearby technological hubs, a subtle hum of progress beneath the serene surface. Atherton’s distinctive charm lies not in grand monuments, but in the quiet grandeur of its ancient trees and the hushed elegance of its homes, a place where the whisper of wind through the leaves often drowns out the echoes of the past, yet the land itself remembers.

About This Atherton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Atherton, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.461327, -122.197743. 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 Atherton and San Mateo County.

Detailed location data for Atherton includes the ZIP code (94027), telephone area code (415, 628), county seat of San Mateo County (Redwood City), and school district assignment (Sequoia Union High 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 Atherton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.