Turlock, CA

Turlock, California

Introduction to Turlock, California

The city of Turlock, located in Stanislaus County, is nestled in the heart of California’s Central Valley. Situated about 93 miles south of the state capital of Sacramento at the intersection of California State Highways 99 and 165, Turlock affords close proximity to Interstate I-5 and State Highways 33, 132, and 140. Nearest communities are Modesto (to the northwest) and Merced (to the southeast). Turlock is the home of California State University Stanislaus (CSUS).

Incorporated in 1908, Turlock grew and developed in the midst of a heavy agricultural region. Benefiting from the influx of a diverse mix of ethnic and cultural residents, the city prospered through the 20th century and at one point was known for having the most churches for any city its size in the United States. In 1960, California State University Stanislaus opened its doors for the first time, helping to spur the city's growth. In the 1980s and beyond, Turlock underwent extensive growth in both its residential and commercial areas, concurrent with a statewide boom in housing demand and construction as well as a spillover effect from growth in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Turlock Attractions

Turlock is replete with things to see and do. The Turlock Historical Museum is located in the heart of the city's historical downtown district. The Lawton Doll Company is a unique venue where visitors can view first-hand the porcelain doll making process. The Hilmar Cheese Company offers tours, cheese tasting, and insight into the intricacies of the cheese-making process. One of Turlock’s hidden treasures is the Great Impressions Art and Antiques Gallery, home to over 2,000 original works of art in a large variety of styles. Theatrical and musical performances can be found at the Turlock Community Theatre and on the CSUS campus. Art gallery displays are available at the Carnegie Center and West Main Art Gallery.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 14%

Comparative Profile of Turlock, CA

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Male Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Property Taxes
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
People Living Alone

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Turlock Almanac

Turlock Climate

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Turlock Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

Turlock Hospitals

EMANUEL MEDICAL CENTER INC
(Voluntary non-profit - Church)
825 DELBON AVE
(209) 667-4200
Emergency Service: Yes

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Turlock High Schools (2004)

TURLOCK HIGH
1600 E. CANAL DR.
209-667-2055
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 2,709 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 22.7

JOHN H. PITMAN HIGH
2525 CHRISTOFFERSON PARKWAY
209-656-1592
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 1,540 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 23

ROSELAWN HIGH (CONT.)
312 S. ROSELAWN
209-634-9311
A Non-traditional School
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 230 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 23

FREEDOM ALTERNATIVE HIGH
1574 E. CANAL DR.
209-669-3410
A Non-traditional School
Serves 118 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 29.5

Turlock Colleges

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California State University-Stanislaus

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