Avenal California Map

About Avenal, California

Avenal is a locality in Kings County, California, United States. It has a population of 13,608. The population density is 266.4 people per km². Avenal is located at 36.0041°N, 120.1290°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 93204.

Avenal rests in the broad, fertile sweep of California's Central Valley, a landscape defined by the relentless sun and the rich, dark soil that yields its bounty. It lies 15.9 miles southeast of Coalinga, CA (from Coalinga, CA: bearing 126°T), and is situated 13.8 miles south of Huron. The land here is a testament to the valley's agricultural heart, stretching out in vast, orderly fields that shimmer under the afternoon heat, a stark contrast to the distant, hazy outlines of the Coast Ranges. Evenings often bring a quiet beauty as the light softens, painting the sky in hues of apricot and rose, a gentle fade before the deep, star-strewn darkness of the rural night descends. The air, especially after a rare rain, carries the clean, earthy scent of cultivated fields and the faint perfume of distant wildflowers, a subtle reminder of the wilder, untamed country that borders this cultivated expanse. The history of Avenal is deeply intertwined with the agricultural development of the Central Valley, a story of pioneers and hard work transforming open land into productive farms. Initially a stop along a railroad line, its growth was fueled by the surrounding ranches and the promise of fertile ground for crops like cotton and alfalfa. The local economy remains firmly rooted in agriculture, with processing plants and related businesses forming a vital part of the town's industrial fabric, a continuous cycle of planting, harvesting, and distributing the valley's rich produce. This dedication to the land imbues Avenal with a practical, grounded spirit, a sense of purpose tied to the seasons and the enduring labor of the fields. The cultural character of Avenal is one of quiet resilience and community pride, a place where neighbors know each other and a shared understanding of hard work prevails. While grand monuments are few, the town's landmarks are often functional and deeply connected to its identity, like the well-kept parks that serve as gathering places or the sturdy buildings that house its businesses. Local events, often centered around harvest festivals or community celebrations, provide opportunities for connection and a chance to share the fruits of their labor. Though no globally recognized figures hail from Avenal, the true celebrities are the generations of families who have cultivated this land and built its enduring spirit.

About This Avenal Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Avenal, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.004122, -120.129027. 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 Avenal and Kings County.

Detailed location data for Avenal includes the ZIP code (93204), telephone area code (661), county seat of Kings County (Hanford), and school district assignment (Reef-Sunset 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 Avenal is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.