Redwood City, California
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| Redwood City, California | |
|---|---|
| Name | Redwood City |
| Settlement type | City |
| Pushpin label | Redwood City |
| Coordinates | 37, 28, 58, N... |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | California |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | San Mateo County |
| Established title | Founded |
| Established date | 1854 |
| Established title2 | Incorporated |
| Established date2 | May 11, 1867 |
| Government type | Council–manager government |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Jeff Gee |
| Leader title1 | Vice Mayor |
| Leader name1 | Chris Sturken |
| Leader title2 | City Manager |
| Leader name2 | Melissa Stevenson Diaz |
| Unit pref | Imperial |
| Area total sq mi | 34.65 |
| Area land sq mi | 19.42 |
| Area water sq mi | 15.23 |
| Area total km2 | 89.74 |
| Area land km2 | 50.30 |
| Area water km2 | 39.44 |
| Elevation ft | 20 |
| Population total | 84292 |
| Population as of | 2020 United States Census |
| Population density sq mi | 4345.11 |
| Population density km2 | 1677.65 |
| Timezone | Pacific Time Zone |
| Utc offset | -8 |
| Timezone DST | PDT |
| Utc offset DST | -7 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 94059–94065 |
| Area code | 650 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 06-60102 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature IDs |
| Blank1 info | 277584, 2411530 |
| Website | redwoodcity.org |
Redwood City, California is the county seat of San Mateo County and a major commercial and cultural hub on the San Francisco Peninsula. Located on the San Francisco Bay, it is part of the San Francisco Bay Area and the Silicon Valley region. Known for its mild climate, historic downtown, and as a center for technology and biotechnology, it has grown from a logging port into a diverse urban center.
History
The area was originally inhabited by the Ohlone people before becoming part of the Spanish Rancho de las Pulgas land grant. The settlement, initially known as Embarcadero, grew around a wharf used to ship redwood timber from the nearby Santa Cruz Mountains. Incorporated in 1867, it became the county seat in 1856, housing the San Mateo County History Museum in the historic 1910 San Mateo County Courthouse. Significant development followed the arrival of the Southern Pacific Railroad and later, during World War II, industries like the Bethlehem Steel shipyard at Redwood City's port. The post-war era saw the rise of electronics firms, paving the way for its modern tech economy.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 34.6 square miles, with nearly half being water from San Francisco Bay. It borders Atherton, Menlo Park, Woodside, San Carlos, and unincorporated West Menlo Park. Notable geographic features include the Redwood Creek tidal estuary and the Redwood Shores lagoon community built on reclaimed salt ponds. The city lies within the San Francisco Bay wetlands ecosystem and is traversed by several active fault lines, including the San Andreas Fault.
Demographics
The 2020 United States Census recorded a population of 84,292. The city is ethnically diverse, with significant Hispanic or Latino, White, Asian, and African American communities. Historically a working-class city for employees of Bethlehem Steel and Leslie Salt, its demographic profile has shifted with the growth of the technology sector. Major educational institutions include Sequoia High School and Canada College.
Economy
A key center for biotechnology and software companies, the city hosts headquarters or major offices for Oracle Corporation, Electronic Arts, Box, Evernote, and Genentech. The Port of Redwood City remains an active shipping terminal for bulk materials. The downtown area has undergone significant revitalization, with the Redwood City Downtown Precise Plan fostering a mix of retail, dining, and entertainment venues like the Fox Theatre and the Regal Cinemas movie complex.
Government
Operating under a Council–manager government, the city is governed by a seven-member City Council elected at-large, including the Mayor and Vice Mayor. The city provides a full range of municipal services, including its own Police Department and Fire Department. It is part of California's 15th congressional district, represented in the U.S. House by Kevin Mullin, and in the California State Legislature by Josh Becker and Marc Berman.
Culture and recreation
The city is known for its vibrant downtown and slogan "Climate Best by Government Test," referencing a 1920s U.S. Department of Agriculture study. Cultural venues include the San Mateo County History Museum, the Fox Theatre, and the Redwood City Public Library main branch. Annual events feature the Redwood City Art & Wine Festival, the KCSM Jazz Festival, and the Fourth of July parade. Recreational areas include Stafford Park, Red Morton Park, and the Bair Island ecological reserve, part of the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The Marine Science Institute is located on the waterfront.
Category:Cities in San Mateo County, California Category:County seats in California Category:San Francisco Bay Area