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1950s Maps of Sacramento, California

Explore 15 historic maps of Sacramento from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Sacramento's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1950s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Sacramento's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Sacramento, CA maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Carmichael
    1950 Map of Carmichael
    1950 Carmichael
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Sacramento Valley landscape appears here in the years following World War II, defined by the growth of Carmichael and the presence of Mather Field. Researchers can trace early railroad stops like Walsh Station and find family landmarks including Mathew Kilgore Cem and Mayhew Ch.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1950 Map of Rio Linda, 1955 Print
    1950 Map of Rio Linda, 1955 Print
    1950 Rio Linda
    1955 Print · USGS
    Northern Sacramento at mid-century reveals the growth of Rio Linda and the strategic footprint of the military. Trace the 1950s landscape of McClellan Field, the campus of Grant Tech College, and the rail lines of the Sacramento Northern RR.
  7. 1950 Map of Taylor Monument, 1960 Print
    1950 Map of Taylor Monument, 1960 Print
    1950 Taylor Monument
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Sacramento River delta and American Basin are shown here in the mid-century, defined by an intricate system of levees and canals. You can trace the Sacramento Northern rail line and locate rural landmarks like American Basin School and Kiesel.
  10. 1951 Map of Taylor Monument
    1951 Map of Taylor Monument
    1951 Taylor Monument
    1951 Print · USGS
    The Sacramento River delta and American Basin are shown at mid-century during a period of significant agricultural and infrastructure development. Trace local family history at Monument Sch, follow the Sacramento Northern rail, or locate the site of Radio Sta KCRA.
  13. 1951 Map of Rio Linda
    1951 Map of Rio Linda
    1951 Rio Linda
    1951 Print · USGS
    Sacramento County's northern outskirts undergo a period of post-war growth as military installations and suburban neighborhoods expand into the valley. Researchers can trace the development of McClellan Field, find family roots at Grant Mem Park, or follow the historic Sacramento Northern rail line.
  16. 1951 Map of Citrus Heights, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Citrus Heights, 1952 Print
    1951 Citrus Heights
    1952 Print · USGS
    Northeast of Sacramento in the early fifties, the landscape was quickly evolving from agricultural ranch lands into bustling suburbs. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Citrus Heights through its early schools like Sylvan Sch and the industrial Dredge Tailings along the American River.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1952 Map of Clarksburg, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Clarksburg, 1954 Print
    1952 Clarksburg
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Sacramento River delta comes alive in the early 1950s, showing the intersection of heavy industry and ancient landmarks. Trace the agricultural roots of the region through the Sugar Beet Plant, find the Indian Mound, or locate the vanished stops of the Southern Pacific railroad.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1952 Map of Courtland, 1959 Print
    1952 Map of Courtland, 1959 Print
    1952 Courtland
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Sacramento Delta comes alive in the early fifties, showing a landscape defined by river commerce and sprawling ranch holdings. Family researchers can locate Tremont Cem, Liberty Sch, and long-established properties like Glide Ranch and Maxwell Ranch.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1953 Map of Florin, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Florin, 1954 Print
    1953 Florin
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Sacramento Valley in the early fifties shows a landscape of productive vineyards and major rail lines. Researchers can trace the early layout of Florin, the grounds of the County Home for the Aged, and the route of the Western Pacific railroad.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1954 Map of Carmichael, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Carmichael, 1955 Print
    1954 Carmichael
    1955 Print · USGS
    Sacramento's eastern suburbs and military installations show a region in transition during the mid-fifties. Researchers can locate family roots at the Bellevue Cemetery or trace the early industrial footprint of the Southern Pacific and the vast Dredge Tailings.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1954 Map of Sacramento East, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Sacramento East, 1956 Print
    1954 Sacramento East
    1956 Print · USGS
    Sacramento and its surrounding suburbs hum with mid-century activity along the American River. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of the capital city through landmarks like Sutter's Fort, the State Capitol, and several legacy burial grounds including St Marys County Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1954 Map of Davis, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Davis, 1956 Print
    1954 Davis
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Davis and West Sacramento are shown during a period of major infrastructure growth, with the Sacramento Deep Water Channel still under construction. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Davis Cem, Capitol Sky Park, and rural schools such as Taylor Monument Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1954 Map of Fair Oaks, 1957 Print
    1954 Map of Fair Oaks, 1957 Print
    1954 Fair Oaks
    1957 Print · USGS
    Sacramento and the American River suburbs underwent significant growth during the early Cold War era as military bases and new subdivisions expanded. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous schools like Grant Union HS, the St Patrick Orphanage, and small communities like Sylvan Corners.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1956 Map of Sacramento
    1956 Map of Sacramento
    1956 Sacramento
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century California unfolds from the delta to the high Sierra, capturing a landscape of growing valley cities and burgeoning military airbases. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines and river towns from Woodland to Lodi, or explore the foothill settlements of Placerville and Jackson.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1957 Map of Sacramento, 1966 Print
    1957 Map of Sacramento, 1966 Print
    1957 Sacramento
    1966 Print · USGS
    In the mid-twentieth century, the California heartland was a hub of river transport, rail lines, and military airbases. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Gold Country towns like Angels Camp and Sonora or follow the path of the Southern Pacific RR through the growing suburbs of Sacramento.
    4 unique versions available
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