Turlock, CA
Full City Profile · California · Merced County County
Turlock, CA
At a Glance
How Turlock Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Turlock's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Turlock a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Turlock residents earn a median household income of $79,807 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,306. The unemployment rate stands at 7.8% (117% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,584 business establishments, including 403 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Turlock is $443,900 , 57% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $481,653. Median rent is $1,498/month, with 32.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Turlock reports 479 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 26% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,900/100K. The murder rate is 4.2/100K.
Education
26.6% of adults in Turlock hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below the national average). 81.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Turlock has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.