Kentfield California Map

About Kentfield, California

Kentfield is a locality in Marin County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,900. The population density is 909.3 people per km². Kentfield is located at 37.9522°N, 122.5572°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94939.

Kentfield unfurls itself against a backdrop of verdant, rolling hills, a quiet valley where the air often carries the subtle scent of eucalyptus and damp earth. It lies 2.1 miles south-west of San Rafael, CA (from San Rafael, CA: bearing 224°T), and is situated 3.3 miles north-north-west of Mill Valley. The landscape here is a gentle embrace of nature, with the Marin Municipal Water District watershed forming a protective, wilder perimeter to the north and east. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, filters through the canopy of oak and bay trees, casting long, dancing shadows across the winding streets and manicured lawns. The terrain slopes softly upwards from the valley floor, offering glimpses of the distant, hazy blue of the San Francisco Bay, a constant, shimmering presence that influences the very quality of the light. Kentfield's character is deeply intertwined with its agricultural past, a legacy that still whispers in the names of streets and the enduring presence of open spaces. It was once a part of the vast ranches that defined Marin’s early economy, a land where cattle grazed and crops were cultivated, before the advent of suburban growth. Today, the local economy is a sophisticated blend of professional services and quiet commerce, catering to a discerning populace drawn to the area’s exceptional quality of life and proximity to San Francisco. The renowned Marin Country Day School stands as a prominent landmark, a hub of educational pursuit that contributes to the community's intellectual vibrancy, while the nearby trails of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area offer an enduring connection to the wilder spirit of the region.

About This Kentfield Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Kentfield, 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 Kentfield and Marin County.

Detailed location data for Kentfield includes the ZIP code (94904), telephone area code (510), county seat of Marin County (San Rafael), and school district assignment (Tamalpais 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 Kentfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.