Castroville, CA

ZIP code 95012 covers Castroville and nearby agricultural areas in northern Monterey County, near the coast and Salinas Valley. The town is known for artichoke farming, reflected in its roadside Giant Artichoke sculpture on Merritt Street. Local landmarks also include the Castroville Japanese School, a historic community building. The surrounding area features farms, wetlands, and transportation corridors connecting Castroville with Salinas, Watsonville, and other Monterey Bay communities.