Where is Benicia, California, U.S.

Where is Benicia, California Located in the United States? - Benicia is a city located in the Solano County in California, United States. Benicia lies between 38.0494 Degrees North latitudes and -122.1586 Degrees West longitudes.

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About Benicia, Solano County, California

Benicia is located in Solano County in the U.S. state of California, United States. It lies in the northern part of the state in the state of the United States along the Carquinez Strait in the northeastern portion of the San Francisco Bay Area. The city was incorporated in 1850 and was named after Francisca Benicia Carrillo de Vallejo, the wife of General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, and it developed from an early California state capital settlement into a waterfront residential community.

Population

According to the United States Census Bureau, the population of Benicia is 27,131 as recorded in the 2020 Census, and the population density is approximately 1,700 people per square mile.

Area and Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, Benicia covers a total area of approximately 13.2 square miles (about 34.2 square kilometers), including about 12.1 square miles (31.3 square kilometers) of land and 1.1 square miles (2.9 square kilometers) of water.

Location and Surroundings

Benicia is situated east of Vallejo and west of Martinez, positioned along the southern shoreline of the Carquinez Strait where the Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers meet San Francisco Bay. The city features waterfront neighborhoods, historic districts, and nearby rolling hills overlooking the strait. Interstate 780 and nearby Interstate 680 provide major transportation routes connecting Benicia to surrounding communities across Northern California.

Attractions and Recreation

Benicia offers historic landmarks, waterfront parks, and cultural venues that support tourism and community activities. Popular destinations include the Benicia Capitol State Historic Park, the Benicia Marina, and the historic downtown district with galleries and shops. The city hosts art festivals, waterfront events, and community celebrations throughout the year.

Transportation

Benicia is served by Interstate 780 and nearby Interstate 680, offering convenient highway access throughout Solano County and the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Public transportation includes regional bus services connecting the city to surrounding communities and transit hubs. The nearest major airport is Oakland International Airport, located approximately 30 miles to the southwest.

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Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official Benicia City Website.

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Distance from Benicia City, CA to Nearby Cities

• Vallejo, CA – 5 miles (8 km)
• Martinez, CA – 7 miles (11 km)
• Concord, CA – 12 miles (19 km)
• Pleasant Hill, CA – 14 miles (23 km)
• Walnut Creek, CA – 18 miles (29 km)
• Richmond, CA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Berkeley, CA – 25 miles (40 km)
• Oakland, CA – 30 miles (48 km)
• San Pablo, CA – 18 miles (29 km)
• Hercules, CA – 10 miles (16 km)
• Pinole, CA – 12 miles (19 km)
• Napa, CA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Fairfield, CA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Suisun City, CA – 22 miles (35 km)
• San Rafael, CA – 35 miles (56 km)
• Petaluma, CA – 40 miles (64 km)
• Santa Rosa, CA – 50 miles (80 km)
• San Francisco, CA – 35 miles (56 km)
• Antioch, CA – 30 miles (48 km)
• Brentwood, CA – 35 miles (56 km)

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