ZIP Code 94978: Fairfax, California
Fairfax, CA uses ZIP code 94978, which falls within Marin County, California. Its reference point is at latitude 38.068 and longitude -122.741 (38°04'04.8"N 122°44'27.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 94978
Fairfax, CA has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 94978, they include 94930.
Across Marin County there are 41 ZIP codes listed, and California has 2,792 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 94912 (San Rafael, CA), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 94978 |
|---|---|
| City | Fairfax |
| County | Marin County |
| State | California (CA) |
| Latitude | 38.068 |
| Longitude | -122.741 |
| DMS | 38°04'04.8"N 122°44'27.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 94912 (San Rafael, same location) |
Map of ZIP Code 94978
Map centered on 38.068, -122.741. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Fairfax, CA
Video: Fairfax, CA
Downtown Fairfax CA aerial footage — by Capture Marin · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 94978
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 94978, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 94978, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are San Rafael, CA (same reference point), Kentfield, CA (same reference point) and Mill Valley, CA (same reference point). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- San Rafael, CA – same reference point
- Kentfield, CA – same reference point
- Mill Valley, CA – same reference point
- Sausalito, CA – same reference point
- San Quentin, CA – same reference point
- Corte Madera, CA – same reference point
- Larkspur, CA – same reference point
- San Anselmo, CA – same reference point
- Olema, CA – 2.2 mi southwest
- Nicasio, CA – 2.6 mi east
Schools Near Fairfax, CA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 94978 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Fairfax and Marin County.
Searching nearby communities such as San Rafael and Kentfield can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 94978.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Fairfax, CA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 94978.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Fairfax, CA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 94978 may also use facilities in nearby San Rafael, Kentfield and Mill Valley.
Shopping and Dining in Fairfax
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 94978 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Fairfax, California can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 94978.
To research local history, try searching for Marin County records and archives along with the name Fairfax.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 94978, San Rafael shares the same reference point, Kentfield shares the same reference point, Mill Valley shares the same reference point, Sausalito shares the same reference point and San Quentin shares the same reference point. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Fairfax show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 94978
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Saint Mary's Church ~ Nicasio, CA USA - panoramio”): md. childress, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Nicasio, CA 94946, USA - panoramio”): md. childress, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Nicasio, CA 94946, USA - panoramio - md. childress”): md. childress, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Nicasiao, CA Santa Maria - panoramio”): md. childress, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Heterogaster behrensii 4046065”): Scott Loarie, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Downtown Fairfax CA aerial footage” by Capture Marin, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Photos are shown from their original source under the licenses listed. They were taken near this ZIP code's reference point and may show neighboring areas.
Data for ZIP code 94978 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.