Highlands California Map

About Highlands, California

Highlands is a locality in San Mateo County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,450. The population density is 752.7 people per km². Highlands is located at 37.5199°N, 122.3439°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94402.

Highlands unfolds as a tranquil expanse where rolling hills, cloaked in a verdant tapestry of coastal chaparral and eucalyptus groves, descend towards the vast, shimmering Pacific. It lies 3.1 miles south-south-west of San Mateo, CA (from San Mateo, CA: bearing 199°T), and is situated 6.4 miles west-north-west of Redwood City. The air here carries a constant, briny whisper, a perpetual reminder of the ocean’s proximity, and the light, especially in the late afternoon, takes on a honeyed quality, gilding the wind-swept grasses and casting long, dancing shadows across the terrain. The very character of Highlands is one of quietude, a place where the natural world claims a significant dominion, with winding roads revealing glimpses of homes that seem to have grown organically from the landscape, their architecture often mirroring the gentle slopes and the deep, resonant blues of the sky. This particular corner of San Mateo County, with its roots reaching back to the early days of California's development, has always held a certain allure for those seeking respite and a connection to the land. While no single industry dominates, a blend of residential living, small-scale agriculture, and a growing appreciation for its natural beauty defines the local economy. The proximity to the San Francisco Peninsula’s bustling centers means Highlands offers a unique duality: a peaceful haven for its residents, many of whom commute, while retaining a distinct, almost timeless character. It is a place where the rhythm of life is dictated less by the clock and more by the ebb and flow of the tides and the changing moods of the coastal weather, a subtle charm that imbues Highlands with its enduring appeal.

About This Highlands Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Highlands, California 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 Highlands and San Mateo County.

Detailed location data for Highlands includes the ZIP code (94402), telephone area code (510), county seat of San Mateo County (Redwood City), and school district assignment (San Mateo 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 Highlands is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.