Pacifica California Map

About Pacifica, California

Pacifica is a locality in San Mateo County, California, United States. It has a population of 37,261. The population density is 1151.5 people per km². Pacifica is located at 37.6138°N, 122.4869°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94044.

Pacifica unfolds as a rugged embrace of California's coast, where the Pacific's ceaseless breath carves a dramatic landscape of steep hillsides and wind-scoured bluffs. It lies 4.3 miles west-south-west of San Bruno, CA (from San Bruno, CA: bearing 255°T), and is situated 9.5 miles west-north-west of San Mateo. The air here carries a persistent tang of salt and kelp, a constant reminder of the ocean's nearby dominion, and the light often breaks through the coastal fog in ethereal shafts, illuminating the emerald green of the hillsides that plunge towards the restless gray water. The town itself is a collection of vibrant neighborhoods, each with its own character, clinging to the slopes or sprawling near the shore, a patchwork of homes and businesses that feel intimately connected to the wild terrain. Along the coastline, the beaches are often swept by powerful waves, a playground for surfers and a dramatic stage for the ever-changing moods of the sea, while inland, the chaparral and coastal scrub offer a stark, resilient beauty. The history of Pacifica is etched into its very geography, a story shaped by the land and the sea, with its development spurred by the natural harbors and the fertile valleys that lie just beyond the immediate coast. Originally home to the Ohlone people, this land saw waves of settlement and industry, from early ranches to the more recent growth fueled by its proximity to San Francisco. The local economy, while now diversified, still bears the imprint of its past, with a strong connection to the fishing heritage and a burgeoning appreciation for the natural beauty that draws visitors and residents alike. Pacifica’s distinctive character is also a product of its independent spirit, a place that has consciously maintained a more relaxed, less hurried pace than its metropolitan neighbor, fostering a sense of community that is both grounded and forward-looking, where the rhythm of the tides often seems to dictate the pulse of daily life.

About This Pacifica Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Pacifica, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.613825, -122.486919. 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 Pacifica and San Mateo County.

Detailed location data for Pacifica includes the ZIP code (94044), telephone area code (415, 628), county seat of San Mateo County (Redwood City), and school district assignment (Jefferson 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 Pacifica is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.