Glen Ellen
A community guide to Glen Ellen in California, the United States.
- Population
- 784 residents
- Region
- California
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 38.3641, -122.5242
Geography and location
Glen Ellen sits at approximate coordinates 38.3641 latitude and -122.5242 longitude within California. The terrain and natural features around Glen Ellen reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider California road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Climate
The climate at Glen Ellen is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 38.36 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Glen Ellen experience. Visitors planning a trip to Glen Ellen should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Economy and services
The economy of Glen Ellen reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in California. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of California and the United States. Businesses based in Glen Ellen draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.