Ukiah California Map

About Ukiah, California

Ukiah is a locality in Mendocino County, California, United States. It has a population of 16,304. The population density is 1155.3 people per km². Ukiah is located at 39.1502°N, 123.2078°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 95482.

Ukiah rests in a broad valley, a long, sun-drenched basin cradled by rolling hills that blush with the hues of dry grasses and scattered oaks. It lies 46.7 miles north-north-west of Windsor, CA (from Windsor, CA: bearing 333°T), and is situated 8.0 miles south of Redwood Valley. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries a warmth that softens the edges of the landscape, making the distant mountains seem like hazy, benevolent giants. A palpable quiet pervades Ukiah, broken only by the occasional rumble of a truck on Highway 101 or the distant laughter of children. The valley floor itself is a patchwork of fields, some still bearing the dusty remnants of summer harvests, others lying fallow, their earth turned to a rich, dark brown, waiting for the touch of spring rain. This is a place where the sky feels vast and expansive, a boundless canvas upon which clouds drift like slow, thoughtful brushstrokes. The history of Ukiah is deeply intertwined with the cultivation of its fertile land, a legacy that continues to shape its economy. For generations, vineyards have climbed the sun-kissed slopes, their orderly rows a testament to the region’s enduring connection to viticulture, producing wines that have found their way to tables far and wide. Beyond the vines, the valley has also been a hub for agriculture, with orchards yielding their bounty and fields supporting a variety of crops. This agricultural foundation has fostered a resilient spirit within Ukiah, a quiet pride in the land and its offerings. The Mendocino County Fairgrounds, a long-standing landmark, often buzzes with the energy of local celebrations and agricultural showcases, a vibrant pulse point in the heart of the community, reminding all who visit of Ukiah's deep roots and its continuing ability to nourish and inspire.

About This Ukiah Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ukiah, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.150171, -123.207783. 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 Ukiah and Mendocino County.

Detailed location data for Ukiah includes the ZIP code (95482), telephone area code (408, 669), county seat of Mendocino County (Ukiah), and school district assignment (Ukiah 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 Ukiah is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.