The City of Kerman is located at the Central Valley crossroads of State Route 145 and Hwy 180, deep in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. Originally a small farming town, Kerman has experienced phenomenal growth over the past several years. 2000 Census reported Kerman’s growth increased by 59% in the 1990s. Kerman is one of the fastest growing cities in West Fresno County and is the business and commercial center for West Fresno County.

Despite its recent growth, Kerman remains true to its agricultural roots and local history. Citizens and visitors enjoy Kerman’s small town flavor and community activities. The Harvest Festival brings the community together each September to celebrate the bountiful harvest and end of the hot valley summer. Other community events include the Christmas “Pageantry of Lights” Parade, and the July 3rd Festival of the American Spirit Fireworks Show.

With a population of 13,591, Kerman residents note its friendly people and inviting neighborhoods as to why they live in Kerman. Residents enjoy 44 acres of park space, and most neighborhoods have a community park within walking distance. The Kerman community has a legacy of taking pride in its hometown and caring for those in need. Local business employees can be seen wearing red shirts on game days in support of the Kerman High School Lions. Local churches, non-profit organizations, and government get together each holiday season to provide food for over 200 families and toys for over 1,000 children.

The award-winning Kerman Unified School District (KUSD) continues to be one of the strongest small school districts in the Central Valley. Dedicated and competent staff lead the way in providing quality education for Kerman’s youth. In August 2008, KUSD will open new multi-purpose facilities at Kerman High School and Kerman Middle School, and will break ground for the new Kearney Elementary School.

Kerman Telephone Company operates a leading-edge broadband network that covers 175 square miles and serves over 6,000 customers. The network backbone is entirely fiber-optic with an abundance of capacity, which enables throughput of up to 22Mbps to every customer and is designed to support voice, data, and video traffic. KTC was one of the first companies in the nation to install a digital soft switch capable of managing IP and circuit switched technology.

Kerman hosts a predominantly agriculturally based economy, and is currently promoting diversified business growth through the development of industrial and commercial properties. Kerman has recently experienced a number of business expansion projects, which have brought additional tax revenues and jobs into the city. The City approved an updated General Plan in the beginning of 2007, and will begin working with Fresno County and Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission to expand its sphere of influence.