Buchanan, California
Buchanan: Situated in the western foothills of the Sierra Nevada at an elevation of roughly 3,127 feet, this unincorporated community lies within Tuolumne County.
About
Buchanan is a city located in the county of Tuolumne in the U.S. state of California.
Quick Facts about Buchanan
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Tuolumne County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.9147,-120.1885 |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 10:07:24 (10th November 2026) |
| Weather | 53℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Buchanan is located at 37°54'53"N 120°11'19"W (37.9146500, -120.1885200).
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 53. East wind around 6 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Buchanan, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112561 | Columbia College | Sonora (CA) | 95370 |
Nearby Transit Stations (28)
Rail and bus stations connected to Buchanan, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| YOW | Yosemite National Park (White Wolf), California | Old Tioga ROad at Highway 120 East | BUS |
| YOF | Yosemite National Park (Crane Flat), California | Old Tioga Pass Highway (Highway 120 East) | BUS |
| MDP | Midpines, California | 6979 Highway 140 | BUS |
| EPL | El Portal, California | 11136 Highway 140 | BUS |
| MRP | Mariposa, California | 5158 State Highway 140 | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Buchanan.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Tuolumn Post Office | Tuolumne (CA) | 95379 |
| Groveland Post Office | Groveland (CA) | 95321 |
| Big Oak Fla Post Office | Big Oak Flat (CA) | 95305 |
| Soulsbyvill Post Office | Soulsbyville (CA) | 95372 |
| Standard Post Office | Standard (CA) | 95373 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Buchanan, Michigan city in Berrien County, Michigan, United Staes. with a population of 3,527 people.
- Buchanan, New York town. with a population of 2,215 people.
- Buchanan, Virginia town in Virginia, United States. with a population of 1,182 people.
Other cities in Tuolumne County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tuolumne County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sonora | 4,833 | City in California |
| Mono Vista | 3,127 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| East Sonora | 2,266 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| Twain Harte | 2,226 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| Soulsbyville | 2,215 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| Tuolumne City | 1,779 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |