Templeton California Map

About Templeton, California

Templeton is a locality in San Luis Obispo County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,580. The population density is 420.2 people per km². Templeton is located at 35.5497°N, 120.7060°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 93446.

Templeton rests within a broad, sun-drenched valley, its embrace defined by rolling hills that soften into the distant, hazy blue of the Santa Lucia Mountains. It lies 4.6 miles north-north-west of Atascadero, CA (from Atascadero, CA: bearing 335°T), and is situated 6.8 miles south-south-west of El Paso de Robles. The land here exhales a dry, earthy scent, a blend of sun-baked chaparral and the subtle sweetness of ripening fruit, particularly evident in the late summer air when the light turns a burnished gold. The streets of Templeton are lined with a mix of sturdy, older buildings and newer constructions, a visual testament to its steady growth, all under a sky that stretches wide and immense, often painted with dramatic, cloud-strewn sunsets. There's a palpable sense of open space, of breath, here, where the wind, when it stirs, carries the faint murmur of the countryside. The fertile soil around Templeton has long been its chief asset, an agricultural heartland that has sustained the community since its founding, initially driven by the Santa Fe Railroad's arrival. This rich ground has fostered a robust wine industry, with vineyards now dotting the landscape where orchards once stood as the primary crop, their rows receding into the warm haze. The local economy, while diversified, still carries the indelible imprint of its agricultural roots, evident in the farmers' markets and the enduring presence of family-run businesses. Templeton’s character is one of quiet persistence, a place that has weathered economic shifts with a grounded resilience, its history a gentle undercurrent beneath the everyday rhythms of its residents.

About This Templeton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Templeton, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 35.549694, -120.706005. 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 Templeton and San Luis Obispo County.

Detailed location data for Templeton includes the ZIP code (93465), telephone area code (805), county seat of San Luis Obispo County (San Luis Obispo), and school district assignment (Templeton Unified 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 Templeton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.