Modesto, CA

Modesto, CA Metropolitan Area: Nestled between rolling hills on the Central Valley plains lies Modesto – a bustling hub of entertainment, culture and recreation. Popular attractions include McHenry Mansion, Gallo Center for the Arts, Waterford Historical Museum as well as numerous parks such as E&J Gallo Winery Park. Shopping enthusiasts are sure to find what they're looking for among Modesto's numerous local stores. Dining options range from casual eateries to upscale restaurants. The primary industries in this area are educational services & healthcare, professional services & trade and transportation businesses. Modesto offers something for everyone – from outdoor activities to cultural exploration – it's no wonder why this California city continues to be a popular attraction year round. Small, agricultural town - Central California, in the Central Valley, 80 miles southeast of Sacramento and 70 miles east of the Bay Area.

State: California
County: Stanislaus
Metro Area: Modesto Metro Area
City: Modesto, Turlock, 33 total

Zip Codes: 95355, 95350, 95351, 95307, 95380, 95382, 95361, 95358, 95356, 95363, 24 total
Cost of Living: 15.9% higher
Time zone: Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Elevation: 22 ft above sea level

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Pros
Winter climate
Small-town atmosphere
Nearby national parks

Cons
Crime rates
Unemployment
Low educational attainment

What Bert Has To Say About Modesto Metro Area

Mainly agricultural in character, Modesto is a “modest” Central Valley town—so named because the dignitary the town intended to name itself after refused the honor out of modesty. The unremarkable downtown has a enough of a small-town feel to be the subject of the movie American Graffiti (although the actual filming was done in Marin County north of San Francisco). But there isn’t much to do and unemployment is high.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Modesto Metro Area is 8.8% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Modesto Metro Area jobs have increased by 1.3%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Modesto Metro Area's cost of living is 15.9% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Modesto Metro Area's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

May, October and April are the most pleasant months in the Modesto metro area, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, the Modesto metro area remained slightly Democratic, 49.0% to 48.2%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Modesto Metro Area's population is 550,842 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 5.1%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 28.2 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Modesto Metro Area is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 3.6%.

SCHOOLS

Modesto Metro Area public schools spend $11,126 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 24 students per teacher in Modesto Metro Area. More Education

Modesto Rankings

#39	Drought-Riskiest Cities
#42	America's Migraine Hot Spots
#93	America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
#215	Best Green Cities
#316	2005 Best Places to Live

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Housing Market in Modesto

It's a good time to buy in Modesto. Home Appreciation is up 3.6% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Modesto is .

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ZIP CODES IN MODESTO, CA

95355, 95350, 95351, 95307, 95380, 95382, 95361, 95358, 95356, 95363, 24 total

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