Modesto, CA Metro Area

Modesto, CA · Metro Area

553,990Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $81,468
Median home value: $450,100
Land area: 1,496 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Stanislaus County, CA	Central	553,990	$81,468	$450,100

Largest cities and towns

30 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Modesto, CA	City	219,215	$79,891
Turlock, CA	City	72,502	$82,995
Ceres, CA	City	49,342	$79,025
Riverbank, CA	City	25,166	$87,966
Patterson, CA	City	24,693	$93,650
Oakdale, CA	City	23,194	$83,091
Salida, CA	CDP	13,900	$94,935
Newman, CA	City	12,316	$78,906
Waterford, CA	City	9,204	$74,343
Hughson, CA	City	7,648	$91,557
West Modesto, CA	CDP	5,978	$61,440
Keyes, CA	CDP	5,577	$64,524
Denair, CA	CDP	4,914	$98,750
Bret Harte, CA	CDP	4,757	$52,500
Bystrom, CA	CDP	4,143	$49,094
Empire, CA	CDP	3,429	$52,563
East Oakdale, CA	CDP	2,269	$119,844
Diablo Grande, CA	CDP	1,948	$128,889
Del Rio, CA	CDP	1,508	$250,000+
Parklawn, CA	CDP	1,478	$61,071
Rouse, CA	CDP	1,462	$61,250
Grayson, CA	CDP	1,182	$81,635
Riverdale Park, CA	CDP	1,137	$61,786
Airport, CA	CDP	903	$32,159
Hickman, CA	CDP	844	$76,979

Also in the San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA combined area

San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA · metro · 4,645,029 San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA · metro · 1,969,337 Stockton-Lodi, CA · metro · 797,334 Vallejo, CA · metro · 451,918 Merced, CA · metro · 290,201 Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA · metro · 264,926 Napa, CA · metro · 134,869

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Unemployment

College Educated

19.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$81,468

Mean Household Income

$105,867

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.9%

Female

50.1%

Population Split

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Mexican46.0%

German6.7%

Irish6.0%

English6.0%

Italian3.0%

French1.1%

Scottish1.1%

Polish0.5%

African0.4%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

21.0%Foreign Born

79.0%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized47.6%

Non-Citizen52.4%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later20.0%

Before 201080.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

185,149

Median Rent

$1,623/mo

Median Home Value

$450,100

Median Year Built

1981

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

153,817

College Enrollment

20.5%

High School

23.6%

College Educated

19.6%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

30.8 min

Drive Alone Rate

77.2%

Public Transit

0.8%

Work From Home

8.1%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.6%

18-34 Years

23.5%

35-64 Years

36.1%

65+ Years

13.8%

Population Composition

Under 1826.6%

18-3423.5%

35-6436.1%

65+13.8%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

50.6%

Single Parent

7.5%

Living Alone

20.2%

Avg Size

3.08

Household Types

Married Couples50.6%

Single Parent7.5%

Living Alone20.2%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$34,849

SNAP Usage

15.5%

Health Insurance

94.4%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k13.6%

$25k - $50k16.1%

$50k - $100k30.0%

$100k+40.2%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

12.4%

Retail Trade

11.7%

Education & Health Care

22.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

12.6%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

94.4%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

92.1%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.7%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

104.1

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

81.7

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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