Explore Los Altos, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Los Altos |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Clara County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 37.368431 |
| Longitude | -122.09657 |
| Population | 31,625 |
| Density | 1867.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 90815, 94022 |
| Area Code | 818, 747, 415, 628 |
| County Seat | San Jose |
| School District | Mountain View-Los Altos Union School District |
Los Altos occupies a unique position in the landscape, where the golden light of the afternoon clings to the oak savanna before the fog begins its slow, deliberate drift from the coast. It lies 1.7 miles west of Mountain View, CA (from Mountain View, CA: bearing 268°T), and is situated 4.4 miles west-northwest of Sunnyvale. Adobe Creek carves a quiet path just one mile away, its presence felt in the cool, moisture-laden air that lingers in the residential streets. Residents often look toward the horizon to see the Coast Ranges, which stand as a steady, blue-gray sentinel against the vast sky. Only four miles from the open coastline, Los Altos remains connected to the salt-tinged breeze that rolls in from the direction of Casey Forebay. The proximity to Lincoln Park offers a sanctuary of green space, grounding the local environment in a stillness that persists even as the modern world turns.
Agriculture once defined the character of the soil in Los Altos, though the fields have long since yielded to the architecture of mid-century innovation and suburban design. The local economy now thrives on a foundation of intellectual labor, shifting from the harvest of orchards to the cultivation of ideas in the technology sector. While the rhythm of industry has changed, the sense of purpose remains, echoing the quiet industriousness of the early settlers who first recognized the potential of this basin. Rengstorff Gulch, located six miles away, serves as a reminder of the rugged terrain that once dictated the movement of people and resources through the region. Today, the economy sustains a community that values both its historical roots and the fast-paced advancements that define the broader professional landscape.
Cultural life in Los Altos unfolds with a deliberate grace, centered around a downtown that encourages slow movement and thoughtful conversation. Notable landmarks include the historic train depot, which serves as a preserved anchor for the community’s collective memory. For those seeking the quietude of nature, Trappers Trail offers a path five miles away for wandering through the native brush and dry grasses. Notable individuals such as the legendary Steve Jobs once walked these streets, leaving a subtle imprint on the local atmosphere that remains palpable to those who appreciate the intersection of innovation and everyday life. During the summer, the air turns dry and warm, mirroring the climate of the distant Big Lagoon, while community events foster a sense of belonging that feels entirely distinct from the surrounding sprawl.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Los Altos, California. Coordinates: 37.368431, -122.09657. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Los Altos includes the ZIP code (90815, 94022), telephone area code (818, 747, 415, 628), county seat of Santa Clara County (San Jose), and school district assignment (Mountain View-Los Altos Union School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |