Ventura California Map

About Ventura, California

Ventura is a locality in Ventura County, California, United States. With a population of 110,626, Ventura is a major urban centre in California. The population density is 1481.0 people per km². Ventura is located at 34.2783°N, 119.2932°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 93001.

Ventura unfolds along the Pacific coast, a place where the Santa Clara River meets the sea, shaping a landscape of fertile plains and rolling hills. For millennia, this land has been shaped by the ebb and flow of tides and the quiet persistence of agriculture, its history stretching back to the Chumash people. The Spanish established Mission San Buenaventura here in the late 18th century, a foundation that would eventually blossom into the vibrant city of Ventura. Today, the economy of Ventura still draws strength from the rich soil, with agriculture remaining a significant contributor, complemented by a growing presence in tourism and small businesses that thrive under the benevolent California sun. The air here often carries the faint, sweet scent of citrus groves, a subtle reminder of the land's enduring bounty. Ventura possesses a relaxed, approachable character, a place where the pace of life feels attuned to the rhythm of the ocean waves. The iconic Ventura Pier, a weathered sentinel stretching into the Pacific, stands as a beloved landmark, a gathering place for locals and visitors alike. While not home to major universities, Ventura College offers accessible higher education, fostering a spirit of lifelong learning. The town’s cultural pulse beats with a quiet authenticity, marked by frequent farmers' markets and community festivals that celebrate the local spirit. Many a famous face has found solace and inspiration in Ventura's sun-drenched embrace, drawn to its understated beauty and the genuine warmth of its people, contributing to the town's enduring allure.

About This Ventura Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ventura, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.278335, -119.293168. 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 Ventura and Ventura County.

Detailed location data for Ventura includes the ZIP code (93001), telephone area code (805), county seat of Ventura County (Ventura), and school district assignment. 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 Ventura is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.