Millbrae California Map

About Millbrae, California

Millbrae is a locality in San Mateo County, California, United States. It has a population of 22,689. The population density is 2668.2 people per km². Millbrae is located at 37.5985°N, 122.3872°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94030.

Millbrae rests in a gently sloping valley, a place where the persistent Pacific breeze often carries the scent of eucalyptus and damp earth. It lies 1.5 miles north-west of Burlingame, CA (from Burlingame, CA: bearing 311°T), and is situated 4.2 miles north-west of San Mateo. Rolling hills, softened by the coastal fog that often drapes the landscape in a pearly luminescence, rise to the east, framing the town against the broader expanse of the San Francisco Peninsula. The terrain here is a study in subtle transitions, from the flatter stretches near the bay lowlands to the more pronounced inclines that speak of ancient geological forces. Streets, lined with a mix of mature trees and manicured lawns, create a sense of established order, a quiet counterpoint to the wilder, untamed beauty of the nearby open spaces. Originally settled by agricultural pioneers, Millbrae's history is tied to the fertile land that once dominated its geography, a legacy still hinted at in its name, derived from a Scottish estate. The local economy has long since shifted from its agrarian roots, with the rise of transportation infrastructure playing a pivotal role in its development, connecting Millbrae to the wider Bay Area and beyond. This connectivity has fostered a diverse commercial landscape, with a focus on service industries and professional services, reflecting the commuter-friendly character of the community. While no sprawling beaches grace its immediate shoreline, the proximity to the coast imbues Millbrae with a certain coastal sensibility, a feeling of being on the edge of something grand, a continuous whisper of the ocean just beyond the visible horizon.

About This Millbrae Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Millbrae, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.598547, -122.387194. 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 Millbrae and San Mateo County.

Detailed location data for Millbrae includes the ZIP code (94030), telephone area code (415, 628), county seat of San Mateo County (Redwood City), and school district assignment (Millbrae Elementary 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 Millbrae is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.