Richfield California Map

About Richfield, California

Richfield is a locality in Tehama County, California, United States. It is a small community with a population of 194. The population density is 178.5 people per km². Richfield is located at 39.9749°N, 122.1767°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 96021.

Richfield unfolds under a broad, sun-drenched sky, its landscape a gentle expanse of rolling hills and fertile bottomlands that speak of patient cultivation. It lies 24.8 miles north-west of Chico, CA (from Chico, CA: bearing 314°T), and is situated 3.3 miles north of Corning. The air here carries the dry, sweet scent of sun-baked earth and, in season, the subtle perfume of ripening orchards. Patches of oak woodlands, their branches gnarled and wise, punctuate the open fields, offering dappled shade where the heat of the day softens into a golden haze. The land, though seemingly placid, possesses a subtle resilience, a quiet strength that has shaped the lives of those who call Richfield home. The history of Richfield is deeply entwined with the agricultural bounty of the Sacramento Valley, a legacy built on the rich soil and the tireless efforts of early settlers. For generations, this land has yielded a steady harvest, with an economy historically rooted in the cultivation of various crops, from walnuts and almonds to a variety of fruits. The distinctive character of Richfield lies in this enduring connection to the land, a rhythm of planting and harvesting that continues to define its unhurried pace. Though it may not boast grand monuments, the quiet dignity of its farms and the enduring spirit of its people are the true landmarks of this enduring place.

About This Richfield Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Richfield, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.974879, -122.176656. 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 Richfield and Tehama County.

Detailed location data for Richfield includes the ZIP code (96021), telephone area code (530), county seat of Tehama County (Red Bluff), and school district assignment (Corning 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 Richfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.