Baldwin Florida Map

About Baldwin, Florida

Baldwin is a locality in Duval County, Florida, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,298. The population density is 247.8 people per km². Baldwin is located at 30.3027°N, 81.9754°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 32234.

Baldwin rests in a landscape shaped by the slow generosity of the Florida flatwoods, where longleaf pines and scrub oaks stand sentinel over sandy soil. It lies 12.5 miles north-west of Oakleaf Plantation, FL (from Oakleaf Plantation, FL: bearing 318°T), and is situated 8.9 miles east of Macclenny. The air here, even on the hottest days, carries a faint, earthy perfume, a blend of pine needles and damp earth that speaks of a land accustomed to sun and sudden, generous rain. The horizon, a soft, unbroken line, is often painted with the bruised purples and fiery oranges of a coastal sunset, a spectacle that unfolds with a quiet, unhurried grace. The terrain itself is unassuming, a gentle swell and dip that guides the eye toward the distant shimmer of humidity, a subtle reminder of the Gulf Stream's influence on this part of the state. This corner of Northeast Florida has long been a crossroads, its character etched by the passage of travelers and the bounty of its pine forests. Historically, Baldwin was a vital hub for the timber industry, its fortunes tied to the sturdy trunks that yielded lumber and turpentine, a legacy whispered in the enduring scent of resin that still clings to the air. The local economy, though diversified now, retains echoes of that industrious past, with agriculture and logistics playing significant roles, drawing strength from the region's accessible waterways and its strategic position. There's a palpable sense of continuity in Baldwin, a quiet pride in its resilience and its ability to adapt, a quality that shines through in the steady, unpretentious rhythm of everyday life.

About This Baldwin Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Baldwin, Florida — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 30.302738, -81.975386. 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 Baldwin and Duval County.

Detailed location data for Baldwin includes the ZIP code (32234), telephone area code (850), county seat of Duval County (Jacksonville), and school district assignment (Duval County 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 Baldwin is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.