Branford Florida Map

About Branford, Florida

Branford is a locality in Suwannee County, Florida, United States. It is a small community with a population of 950. The population density is 315.8 people per km². Branford is located at 29.9591°N, 82.9282°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 32008.

Branford rests in the embrace of Suwannee County, a place where the land rolls with a gentle, unassuming grace, its contours softened by decades of sun and rain. It lies 42.0 miles west-north-west of Gainesville, FL (from Gainesville, FL: bearing 301°T), and is situated 16.1 miles east-south-east of Mayo. Pine forests, tall and straight like sentinels, stretch across the horizon, their needles whispering secrets to the breeze, while the rich, dark earth hints at the fertile promises it holds. The air here carries a distinct, earthy scent, a blend of damp soil, pine resin, and the subtle sweetness of blooming wildflowers that dot the roadside verges. Even the light seems to possess a unique quality, especially as the day wanes, casting long, golden shadows that stretch and deepen, painting the landscape in hues of amber and rose. The history of Branford is deeply entwined with the fertile lands and the lifeblood of its waterways, most notably the Suwannee River that flows nearby, a constant presence shaping the rhythm of life. For generations, agriculture has been the bedrock of its economy, with families tending fields of tobacco, cotton, and vegetables, their labor etched into the very character of the place. This agricultural heritage, though evolving, still underpins the quiet diligence of its people, a continuity that offers a sense of grounding. While modern conveniences have arrived, the spirit of Branford remains one of self-reliance and a deep connection to the natural world, a distinctiveness felt in the unhurried pace of its days.

About This Branford Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Branford, Florida — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 29.959118, -82.928183. 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 Branford and Suwannee County.

Detailed location data for Branford includes the ZIP code (32008), telephone area code (850), county seat of Suwannee County (Live Oak), and school district assignment (Suwannee 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 Branford is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.