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.