Kentfield California Map

About Kentfield, California

Kentfield is a locality in Marin County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,900. The population density is 909.3 people per km². Kentfield is located at 37.9522°N, 122.5572°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94939.

Kentfield unfolds across the verdant slopes of Marin County, a place where the Pacific light often filters through a gentle drift of coastal fog, softening the sharp edges of the day. It lies 1.6 miles south of San Anselmo, CA (from San Anselmo, CA: bearing 171°T), and is situated 2.1 miles southwest of San Rafael. The landscape here is a study in subtle transitions, from the golden, tinder-dry hills that characterize its summers to the stately oaks that dot the savanna. This terrain, shaped by the very fault lines that lie beneath everything, offers a sense of both enduring strength and quiet vulnerability. The air itself often carries the scent of eucalyptus and the distant promise of the sea, a constant reminder of the wilder coast just beyond the protective embrace of the hills. The history of Kentfield is interwoven with the agricultural legacy of the surrounding region, a past that whispers through the more modern development. Once part of a broader agricultural landscape, its economy now reflects a blend of professional services and a quiet residential character, supported by its proximity to larger urban centers. The spirit of enterprise, however, still lingers, a subtle undercurrent in the organized efforts to maintain the natural beauty and community feel of Kentfield. Industries here are less about smoke stacks and more about the cultivation of a refined lifestyle, a testament to the enduring appeal of this particular pocket of California. The cultural character of Kentfield is marked by a discerning appreciation for education and the arts, fostered by institutions like the renowned Marin Country Day School. While there are no globally recognized landmarks within its immediate borders, the entire setting feels like a curated natural exhibit, with the broader Marin Headlands offering accessible grandeur. The local events often revolve around community gatherings and the shared enjoyment of the surrounding natural splendor, a quiet celebration of place. Though no titans of global fame call Kentfield home, the residents themselves contribute to a rich, if understated, cultural fabric, a collective testament to the enduring draw of this beautiful corner of California.

About This Kentfield Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Kentfield, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.952222, -122.557222. 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 Kentfield and Marin County.

Detailed location data for Kentfield includes the ZIP code (94904), telephone area code (510), county seat of Marin County (San Rafael), and school district assignment (Tamalpais Union High 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 Kentfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.