Sonoma State University
Census-designated place in Sonoma County, California

Sonoma State University is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Sonoma County, California, with 2,679 residents (2020 Census). The nearest town is Rohnert Park, 1.6 miles W.
- 2,679residents (2020 Census)
- 0.4 sq miland area · 1.1 km²
- 6,419 / sq mipopulation density
- 94928ZIP code
About Sonoma State University
Sonoma State University (SSU, Sonoma State, or Sonoma) is a public university in Rohnert Park, Sonoma County, California, United States. It is part of the California State University system and has three academic colleges: the College of Education, Counseling and Ethnic Studies; the College of Humanities, Social Sciences and the Arts; and the College of Science, Technology and Business. The school offers 62 bachelor's degree programs, 13 master's degree programs, and 24 teaching credentials.
Sonoma State's enrollment in fall 2025 was 5,000, including 4,392 undergraduate students and 608 post baccalaureate/graduate students. The university is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission and is a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution.
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Sonoma State University had 2,679 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,679 |
|---|---|
| Density | 6,419 per sq mi (2,478 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Sonoma State University at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
|---|---|
| County | Sonoma County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 2,679 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.42 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Coordinates | 38.3406° N, 122.6729° W |
| ZIP code | 94928 |
| Official website | sonoma.edu |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0672654 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Sonoma State University
- Rohnert Park1.6 mi W
- Cotati2.2 mi SW
- Penngrove2.8 mi S
- Glen Ellen7.1 mi E
- Petaluma7.2 mi S
- Santa Rosa7.5 mi N
- Petaluma Center8.8 mi SW
- Bloomfield8.8 mi W
- Kenwood8.9 mi NE
- Eldridge9.0 mi E
- Sebastopol9.3 mi NW
- Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente10.1 mi E
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Frequently asked questions about Sonoma State University
What county is Sonoma State University in?
Sonoma State University is in Sonoma County, California.
What is the population of Sonoma State University, CA?
2,679 people lived in Sonoma State University at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Sonoma State University, CA?
The ZIP code of Sonoma State University is 94928.
What towns are near Sonoma State University?
Rohnert Park (1.6 mi), Cotati (2.2 mi), Penngrove (2.8 mi), Glen Ellen (7.1 mi), Petaluma (7.2 mi).
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