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Pacoima California Map

Explore Pacoima, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Pacoima, California

How to Use This Pacoima, California Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Pacoima, California. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of California or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Pacoima.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Pacoima
State	California (CA)
County	Los Angeles County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	34.262502
Longitude	-118.427027
Population	72,000
Density	6400.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	91331, 91333, 91334
Area Code	626
County Seat	Los Angeles

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About Pacoima, California

Pacoima is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It has a population of 72,000. The population density is 6400.0 people per km². Pacoima is located at 34.2625°N, 118.4270°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP codes: 91331, 91333, 91334.

Pacoima sits upon a wide, sun-drenched expanse of the San Fernando Valley, characterized by a flat, urbanized plain that stretches toward the horizon. It lies 1.0 miles north-northeast of Arleta, CA (from Arleta, CA: bearing 17°T), and is situated 5.4 miles north-northeast of Van Nuys. The dry, golden light of late afternoon often catches the dust motes in the air, casting long shadows across the grid of streets that define the physical character of Pacoima. To the north, the terrain rises toward the distant, rugged silhouettes of the Santa Monica Mountains, while the local topography is shaped by the presence of the Pacoima Wash and the nearby Pacoima Spreading Grounds. These channels and basins serve as vital conduits for water in an arid environment, their concrete edges marking the landscape where the earth meets the heavy, man-made infrastructure of the region.

Pacoima emerged from the transformation of vast ranchos, evolving from agricultural roots into a distinct residential and industrial center during the mid-twentieth century. The development of the area was accelerated by the expansion of aerospace and manufacturing sectors, which drew a diverse workforce to the plains. Through the decades, the cultural identity of Pacoima has been forged by waves of migration, creating a resilient social fabric that honors its working-class heritage. The historical trajectory of Pacoima reflects the broader patterns of growth within the valley, transitioning from open fields and orchards into a densely populated, vibrant mosaic of neighborhoods.

Economic life in Pacoima remains anchored by a blend of light industrial manufacturing, retail commerce, and a persistent spirit of small-scale entrepreneurship. The proximity to the Hansen Flood Control Basin highlights the ongoing necessity of water management, while the local infrastructure supports a steady flow of transit that links Pacoima to the larger metropolitan grid. Educational opportunities are provided by local public schools, with many residents accessing nearby community colleges and universities that serve the wider region. As the pulse of the workday fades, the streets of Pacoima reflect a quiet determination, where the daily labor of residents sustains the steady rhythm of the neighborhood.

Cultural expression in Pacoima finds its most vibrant manifestation in the community’s murals and public spaces, which celebrate a deep connection to local heritage. Richie Valens Park stands as a focal point for public life, serving as a gathering place that honors the legacy of the famous musician Ritchie Valens, who grew up in the neighborhood and remains its most widely recognized icon. While professional and college sports teams draw their support from across the broader region, the people of Pacoima maintain a strong sense of local pride centered on community festivals and seasonal events. On clear days, the distant peaks of the Santa Monica Mountains provide a permanent, silent backdrop to the daily rituals of life, grounding the spirit of Pacoima in the vast, arid beauty of the interior landscape.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Richie Valens Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 304° NW
Ritchie Valens Mural (Public Artwork) — 0.7 mi, 288° W
Devonshire Arleta Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 247° SW
Hansen Dam Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 1.5 mi, 084° E
Hansen Dam Recreation Area (Local Recreation) — 1.5 mi, 076° E
Hansen Dam (Recreation Area) — 1.6 mi, 078° E
Casa de López (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 325° NW
Vietnam War Veteran's Memorial (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 333° NW
World War II Veterans' Memorial (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 333° NW
Lookout Point (Viewpoint) — 3.2 mi, 087° E
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument (National Monument) — 3.2 mi, 027° NE · 454k acres
Angeles National Forest (National Forest) — 3.2 mi, 027° NE · 662k acres
Cold Creek Valley Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 3.7 mi, 055° NE
Terminator 2: Judgment Day -- Truck Jump into Creek (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 250° W
Little Ass Farm (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 4.6 mi, 090° E
Angeles Other (National Forest) — 4.7 mi, 003° N · 400 acres
Valley Relics Museum (Museum) — 5.4 mi, 231° SW
Workaholics -- The House (Attraction) — 5.5 mi, 200° S
Car wreck (Historic Ruins) — 5.5 mi, 357° N
American Graphite Mine (Historic Ruins) — 5.8 mi, 045° NE
HTLAMS auditorium (Theatre) — 6.6 mi, 193° S
Ark Theatre (Theatre) — 6.7 mi, 156° SE
Magic Mountain Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 7.2 mi, 018° N · 12k acres
Laemmle NoHo 7 (Cinema) — 7.3 mi, 156° SE
Abandoned Oil Rigs (Attraction) — 7.6 mi, 355° N
Burbank Christmas Tree (Attraction) — 7.7 mi, 121° SE
ArcLight (Cinema) — 7.8 mi, 197° S
L.A. Connection Comedy Theatre (Arts Centre) — 8.0 mi, 144° SE
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 9.7 mi, 174° S · 24k acres
Topanga State Park (State Park) — 10.7 mi, 210° SW

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