San Jose California Map

About San Jose, California

San Jose is a locality in Santa Clara County, California, United States. With a population of 1,827,643, it is one of the largest cities in California. The population density is 2148.3 people per km². San Jose is located at 37.3394°N, 121.8950°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 95119.

San Jose unfolds across a broad, sun-drenched valley floor, cradled by rolling hills that often wear a cloak of golden light as the day wanes. It lies 3.5 miles east-south-east of Santa Clara, CA (from Santa Clara, CA: bearing 107°T), and is situated 8.0 miles east-south-east of Sunnyvale. This geographic embrace shapes San Jose's character, lending it a certain openness, a sense of spaciousness that belies its urban core. The Santa Clara Valley, where San Jose resides, is a landscape of gentle slopes and wide plains, historically fertile ground now humming with a different kind of energy. The air itself carries a subtle warmth, a dry caress that speaks of proximity to a vast, sun-kissed continent, and the distant murmur of Coyote Creek offers a quiet, watery counterpoint to the city's vibrant pulse. The story of San Jose is one of transformation, from its humble beginnings as a Spanish pueblo to its current status as a global technology hub. Founded in 1777, it was one of California's earliest civilian settlements, its agricultural roots deep in the rich soils of the valley. For generations, the bounty of the land sustained its people, a quiet abundance that was the bedrock of life. Yet, the spirit of innovation, always present, found new expression with the rise of the technology industry, particularly in the latter half of the 20th century. This economic metamorphosis has painted San Jose with a brush of rapid growth and constant reinvention, creating a dynamic engine that drives not just its own prosperity, but contributes significantly to the broader economic landscape. San Jose boasts a rich cultural tapestry, woven with threads of diverse traditions and modern aspirations. While professional sports teams like the San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) and the San Jose Sharks (NHL) ignite local passions, the city's cultural heart beats with a broader rhythm. Landmarks such as the historic Winchester Mystery House draw curious visitors, while the sprawling green expanses of Alum Rock Park offer a natural respite. Renowned institutions of learning, including San Jose State University, contribute to the intellectual vibrancy of the region, nurturing minds that often go on to shape the world. Figures like the pioneering musician Carlos Santana and the acclaimed actor and comedian Danny Glover are among the luminaries who have emerged from this fertile ground, their talents echoing far beyond the valley's embrace.

About This San Jose Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of San Jose, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.339386, -121.894956. 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 San Jose and Santa Clara County.

Detailed location data for San Jose includes the ZIP code (95110), telephone area code (408, 669), county seat of Santa Clara County (San Jose), and school district assignment (East Side 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 San Jose is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.