Daly City California Map

About Daly City, California

Daly City is a locality in San Mateo County, California, United States. With a population of 101,964, Daly City is a major urban centre in California. The population density is 5176.6 people per km². Daly City is located at 37.7058°N, 122.4619°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94015.

Daly City rises from the rolling hills just south of San Francisco, its terrain a blend of coastal scrub and urban development that catches the soft Pacific light. It lies 4.6 miles north-west of South San Francisco, CA (from South San Francisco, CA: bearing 320°T), and is situated 5.3 miles south-south-west of San Francisco. Historically, this land was part of the vast Rancho San Bruno, later shaped by agricultural endeavors and then by the burgeoning post-war population seeking proximity to the city's opportunities. The economy of Daly City has evolved from its agricultural roots to become a significant hub for retail and services, with major shopping centers anchoring its commercial landscape and providing employment for many of its residents. The city’s proximity to the coast influences its climate, often bringing a refreshing, cool mist that rolls in from the ocean, lending a unique character to the air and the texture of the landscape. This strategic position has long made Daly City a vital gateway and a place of residence for those drawn to the broader Bay Area. The cultural character of Daly City is a vibrant mosaic, deeply influenced by its large Filipino American community, which infuses the city with a rich heritage evident in its festivals and local businesses. While not a major tourist destination in itself, Daly City offers access to significant landmarks, including the historic Cow Palace, a venue that has hosted legendary performances and sporting events. For higher education, nearby institutions like San Francisco State University and the University of California, San Francisco, draw students from and contribute to the intellectual life of the region. Though Daly City may not boast its own major professional sports teams, it is a passionate supporter of the Bay Area’s renowned franchises. The city's everyday life unfolds with a pragmatic energy, a blend of quiet residential neighborhoods and bustling commercial districts, all under the expansive sky that stretches from the Pacific.

About This Daly City Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Daly City, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.705833, -122.461944. 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 Daly City and San Mateo County.

Detailed location data for Daly City includes the ZIP code (94014), telephone area code (415, 628), county seat of San Mateo County (Redwood City), and school district assignment (Jefferson 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 Daly City is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.