Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
542K
Population
297 km2
Area
374 Mbps
Internet
94m
Elevation
Pacific Time Zone
Timezone
FAT (6km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Fresno pulses with the energy of California's Central Valley, where vast farmlands meet urban grit and farm-to-table dining thrives amid year-round sunshine. Digital nomads find reliable high-speed internet in co-working spots near Fresno Yosemite International Airport, perfect for day trips to sequoia groves or wine tasting in nearby regions.
QUICK FACTS
Country
California
Region
Northern America
Population
542K
Timezone
Pacific Time Zone
Elevation
94 m
Airport
FAT
GPS
36.75, -119.77
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
526 restaurants mapped in Fresno
Tech
374 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Travel
FAT airport just 6 km from the city center
INFRASTRUCTURE
4,686 total POIs 15.8 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
526
Cafes
93
Bars
31
Fast Food
329
Shopping
Supermarkets
87
Convenience
85
Shopping Malls
38
Healthcare
Hospitals
16
Clinics
77
Pharmacies
17
Education
Schools
336
Universities
9
Libraries
16
Recreation
Parks
296
Playgrounds
82
Sports
321
Cinemas
12
Museums
6
Theatres
6
Transport
Bus Stops
128
Train Stations
1
Fuel Stations
127
Services
Banks
104
ATMs
12
Post Offices
28
Police
8
Fire Stations
35
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
374 Mbps
Download
133 Mbps
Upload
19ms
Latency
20,324
Tests
6,565
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Apr - May
10°
J
11°
F
15°
M
20°
A
25°
M
29°
J
31°
J
29°
A
25°
S
20°
O
15°
N
11°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 20.1 C Range: 9.6 - 30.6 C Rain: 401 mm/year Sunshine: 3,768 h/year
CITY SCORES
95.0
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
57.2
Overall
AIRPORT
FAT
Fresno Yosemite International Airport
6 km from center
Very close — ~9 min ride
FUN FACTS
It is the county seat of Fresno County and the largest city in the greater Central Valley region, as well as the most populated city in Central California.
Named for the abundant ash trees lining the San Joaquin River, Fresno was founded in 1872 as a railway station of the Central Pacific Railroad before it was incorporated in 1885.
Fresno is near the geographic center of California, approximately 220 miles (350 km) north of Los Angeles, 170 miles (270 km) south of the state capital, Sacramento, and 185 miles (300 km) southeast of San Francisco.
Fresno is also the third-largest majority-Hispanic city in the United States with 50.5% of its population being Hispanic in 2020.
The first European to enter the San Joaquin Valley was Pedro Fages in 1772.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Fresno known for?
Fresno pulses with the energy of California's Central Valley, where vast farmlands meet urban grit and farm-to-table dining thrives amid year-round sunshine. Digital nomads find reliable high-speed internet in co-working spots near Fresno Yosemite International Airport, perfect for day trips to sequoia groves or wine tasting in nearby regions.
How fast is the internet in Fresno?
Fresno has an average download speed of 374 Mbps and upload speed of 133 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Fresno?
Fresno has an average year-round temperature of approximately 20.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Fresno?
Fresno is served by FAT (Fresno Yosemite International Airport), approximately 6 km from the city center.
What is the population of Fresno?
The population of Fresno is approximately 542K.
What infrastructure does Fresno have?
Fresno has 4,686 mapped points of interest, including 526 restaurants, 16 hospitals, 336 schools.
What country is Fresno in?
Fresno is located in California.
