Kensington California Map

About Kensington, California

Kensington is a locality in Contra Costa County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,179. The population density is 2120.2 people per km². Kensington is located at 37.9105°N, 122.2802°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94708.

Kensington unfolds as a quiet pocket of the East Bay hills, its homes clinging to slopes that offer sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay. It lies 1.7 miles east-south-east of El Cerrito, CA (from El Cerrito, CA: bearing 102°T), and is situated 7.3 miles north of Oakland. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries a faint, salty tang from the distant Pacific, a subtle reminder of the coastline’s proximity. Oak and eucalyptus trees, their branches gnarled and reaching, punctuate the landscape, providing dappled shade that shifts with the passing sun. Streets wind organically, following the contours of the land, creating a sense of discovery around each bend, where manicured gardens meet wilder, untamed brush. This neighborhood, established in the early 20th century, grew from a vision of hillside living, a retreat from the burgeoning industrial centers below. Its economy has always been tied to the broader Bay Area, a bedroom community for those who work in Oakland and San Francisco, yet Kensington has cultivated its own distinct character. There are no grand commercial strips or bustling downtown districts; instead, life moves at a more measured pace, punctuated by the occasional neighborhood gathering or the quiet hum of lawnmowers on a weekend morning. The sense of community is palpable, fostered by a shared appreciation for the natural beauty and the peaceful seclusion that Kensington offers.

About This Kensington Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Kensington, 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 Kensington and Contra Costa County.

Detailed location data for Kensington includes the ZIP code (94708), telephone area code (510), county seat of Contra Costa County (Martinez), and school district assignment (West Contra Costa Unified 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 Kensington is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.