California · Metropolitan Area
Turlock is a mid-size city in California with a population of 72,400. Residents earn $79,807 per year, which is 6% above the national average.
Based on current data, Turlock receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Turlock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Turlock is $79,807, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Turlock is $443,900, making it a premium housing market at 57% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,498 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 526 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,546 per 100,000, 81% above the national average.
26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Turlock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 57.4% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 42.6% |
| 218% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $79,807 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,306 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,057 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,281 |
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 8,584 |
| County GDP | $13,282M |
| Restaurants | 403 |
| Healthcare | 479 |
| Retail | 547 |
| Manufacturing | 116 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,616 |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.04% |
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
| Census Median | $443,900 |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $478,202 |
| Median List Price | $475,000 |
| Median List Price | $475,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $310 |
| Homes Sold | 30 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 18.7% |
| Inventory | 91 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,498 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,088 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,616 |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.04% |
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.7% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,849/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 479 |
| Total Violent | 525.5/100K |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Murder | 4.2/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Rape | 28.3/100K |
| Robbery | 152.6/100K |
| Assault | 340.5/100K |
| Total Property | 3,545.9/100K |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 731.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,282.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 531.2/100K |
| Arson | 46.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 62 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.4 inches |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 16.8 sq mi (43.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,310/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5055°N, 120.8593°W |
| County FIPS | 06047 |
Winner: Republican by 4.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.6% |
| 21% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 4,310/sq mi |
| Total Area | 16.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 21 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 38 |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 479 |
| Restaurants | 403 |
| Retail Stores | 547 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 62 |
| Avg Commute | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |