Explore Bradenton, Florida, with this interactive street and satellite map.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Bradenton, Florida. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Florida or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Bradenton.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Bradenton |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Manatee County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 27.489798 |
| Longitude | -82.576804 |
| Population | 55,698 |
| Density | 1499.1 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 34205, 34208, 34201, 34202, 34203 |
| Area Code | 941 |
| County Seat | Bradenton |
| School District | Manatee County School District |
Bradenton unfolds across a flat, subtropical landscape where the horizon is often defined by the heavy, humid weight of gathering storm clouds and the sharp scent of palmetto scrub. It lies 1.6 miles south of Palmetto, FL (from Palmetto, FL: bearing 186°T), and is situated 2.5 miles north of South Bradenton. Wares Creek cuts a winding path through the urban grid, its dark waters mirroring the rapid shifts of light that characterize the afternoons. Only two miles away, the tidal pull of Terra Ceia Bay introduces a saline edge to the air, reminding residents of the proximity to the open coastline. The terrain remains low and unassuming, though the subtle elevation of the Portavant Indian Mound provides a rare, ancient break in the otherwise level topography of Bradenton.
Early settlement in Bradenton drew strength from the fertile soil and the navigable waterways that allowed for the transport of early agricultural goods. Pioneers recognized the potential of the land, establishing a foothold that grew from modest agrarian roots into a permanent fixture of the region. The legacy of these founding figures remains visible in the architecture of older neighborhoods, where the influence of early builders persists in the layout of the streets. Through decades of quiet expansion, Bradenton transitioned from a collection of homesteads into a structured, enduring presence that balances its historical foundations with the practical demands of a modern era.
Economic activity in Bradenton thrives on a diverse base that spans from specialized light manufacturing to a robust service sector catering to the seasonal influx of residents. Infrastructure projects, including the careful management of local water resources and the maintenance of roadways leading toward Lake Manatee, support the daily movement of commerce and people. Education plays a vital role in the long-term stability of the region, with local institutions providing the necessary training for a workforce increasingly focused on technical and professional development. By leveraging its strategic position, Bradenton facilitates a flow of goods and services that sustains its inhabitants throughout the calendar year.
Cultural life in Bradenton finds its expression in a blend of professional sports traditions and a calendar filled with community-centered festivals that celebrate the local environment. Residents often gather at Rossi Park, a central space that serves as a focal point for outdoor recreation and public life. Nearby, the quiet geography of Snead Island offers a retreat for those seeking a connection to the natural stillness of the mangroves and the salt-sprayed breeze. While the region hosts various athletic endeavors, the identity of Bradenton is also shaped by the presence of creative individuals who draw inspiration from the light and the slow, deliberate pace of the subtropical seasons.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Bradenton, Florida. Coordinates: 27.489798, -82.576804. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Bradenton includes the ZIP code (34205, 34208, 34201), telephone area code (941), county seat of Manatee County (Bradenton), and school district assignment (Manatee County School District).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |