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Lathrop, California

Introduction to Lathrop, California

Lathrop, California, in San Joaquin county, is 9 miles S of Stockton, California and 47 miles NE of San Jose, California. The city is considered part of the Stockton - Lodi metropolitan area. Lathrop has a population of 10,445.

Lathrop History

The city of Lathrop was founded on August 1, 1887. Since it was located by the railroad, it initially came to be known as Wilsons Station. Leland Stanford is credited as the founder of this city. The city was later named after his brother-in-law, Charles Lathrop.

Lathrop and nearby Attractions

  • Mossdale Marina
  • Lathrop City Hall
  • Lathrop Lighthouse of the Cross Church
  • Woodfield Park
  • Big Valley Factory Stores Shopping Center

Things To Do In Lathrop

Lathrop has a beautiful harbor and dock area called the Mossdale Marina, where one can sit and look out to sea while enjoying a breathtaking sunset. Called the City of Trees, Lathrop has numerous parks lined with green trees. These parks have fun rides ideal for children, and one can also enjoy family picnics. The churches offer some quiet and peaceful time for the religious minded. Shopping enthusiasts can browse through the shopping plazas of the city.

Lathrop Transportation

San Jose International airport provides air transportation to Lathrop.

Lathrop Higher Education

The University Of The Pacific serves the area.

High Points

Lathrop strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):

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Racial Diversity
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Comparative Profile of Lathrop, CA

Comparing Lathrop to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity109
Male Share of the Population109
Children Under 5 Years Old108
Well-Paid Single Men23
Age of the Population13
Female Share of the Population12
Senior Citizens11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size109
Portion of People Married99

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income76
People in Middle Class or Better67
People Above Poverty56
College Educated Adults23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work85
Public Transportation Use64
Working at Home11
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Affordability of Property Taxes56
Seasonal and Vacation Housing56
Affordability of Rents36
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals21
People Living Alone11

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