Explore North Fair Oaks, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | North Fair Oaks |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 37.474382 |
| Longitude | -122.196632 |
| Population | 14,027 |
| Density | 4528.3 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 94025 |
| Area Code | 415, 628 |
| County Seat | Redwood City |
| School District | Redwood City Elementary School District |
North Fair Oaks sits upon a flat expanse of earth where the persistent marine layer often softens the harsh glare of the afternoon sun. It lies 1.6 miles north-northwest of Menlo Park, CA (from Menlo Park, CA: bearing 331°T), and is situated 9.3 miles southeast of San Mateo. The air here carries a faint, salt-tinged weight, reminding residents that the Pacific Ocean lingers only one mile to the west. On clear days, the distant peaks of the Coast Ranges provide a sharp, jagged silhouette against the horizon, anchoring the sky above the neighborhood. The local landscape remains defined by the presence of Andrew Spinas Park, where the grass offers a quiet respite from the paved thoroughfares nearby. Water flows steadily through the Arroyo Ojo De Agua, tracing a path through the land that has long shaped the way people move and gather. Farther out, the geography opens toward the quiet reaches of Greco Island and the stillness of Bear Gulch Reservoir.
Industrial activity and modest commercial enterprise have historically defined the way North Fair Oaks functions as a working-class enclave. Small businesses and trade workshops occupy the spaces between residential streets, reflecting a legacy of manual labor and practical craftsmanship. The economy remains tethered to the broader regional shifts, yet it maintains a distinct, self-reliant character built over decades of steady development. Residents often commute to neighboring hubs, yet they return to a place that feels purposefully disconnected from the polished, corporate sprawl nearby. The rhythm of daily life is marked by the hum of machinery and the movement of goods, suggesting a place that values productivity above artifice. It is a neighborhood of functional architecture, where the structures are built to endure the salt air and the passage of time.
Cultural life in North Fair Oaks thrives on a vibrant, diverse social fabric that celebrates community bonds through frequent gatherings and local festivities. Andrew Spinas Park serves as a central point for these interactions, hosting events that bring families together under the dappled shade of local trees. While the pace of life remains grounded, the neighborhood is known for a resilient spirit that prioritizes human connection over grand public monuments. The area has seen a number of notable residents pass through its streets, including the legendary musician Jerry Garcia, who spent a portion of his early life absorbing the textures of this specific environment. His presence remains a subtle echo in the local consciousness, a reminder that even quiet places can foster significant creative energy. Life here moves with an unpretentious confidence, defined by the people who choose to call North Fair Oaks their home.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of North Fair Oaks, California. Coordinates: 37.474382, -122.196632. 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 North Fair Oaks includes the ZIP code (94025), telephone area code (415, 628), county seat of San Mateo County (Redwood City), and school district assignment (Redwood City Elementary 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. |