Where is Ceres, California, U.S.

Where is Ceres, California Located in the United States? - Ceres is a city located in the Stanislaus County in California, United States. Ceres lies between 37.5949 Degrees North latitudes and -120.9577 Degrees West longitudes.

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About Ceres, Stanislaus County, California

Ceres is located in Stanislaus County in the U.S. state of California, United States. It lies in the central part of the state in the state of the United States within the northern San Joaquin Valley near the city of Modesto. The city was incorporated in 1918 and was named after Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, reflecting the region’s strong farming heritage, and it developed from an agricultural settlement into a residential and commercial community.

Population

According to the United States Census Bureau, the population of Ceres is 49,302 as recorded in the 2020 Census, and the population density is approximately 5,400 people per square mile.

Area and Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, Ceres covers a total area of approximately 9.4 square miles (about 24.3 square kilometers), including about 9.4 square miles (24.3 square kilometers) of land and a minimal amount of water area.

Location and Surroundings

Ceres is situated south of Modesto and north of Turlock, positioned within the flat agricultural landscape of the San Joaquin Valley. The city features residential neighborhoods, surrounding farmland, and irrigation canals supporting regional agriculture. State Route 99 runs west of the city, providing a major transportation route connecting Ceres to other Central Valley communities and Northern California.

Attractions and Recreation

Ceres offers parks, community centers, and recreational facilities that support outdoor activities and local events. Popular destinations include Whitmore Park, Smyrna Park, and the Ceres River Bluff Regional Park along the Tuolumne River. The city hosts seasonal festivals, community celebrations, and youth sports programs reflecting its agricultural roots and family-oriented environment.

Transportation

Ceres is served by nearby State Route 99 and several regional roads, offering convenient highway access throughout the Central Valley and Northern California. Public transportation includes regional bus services connecting the city to surrounding communities. The nearest major airport is Stockton Metropolitan Airport, located approximately 50 miles to the north.

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Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official Ceres City Website.

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Distance from Ceres, CA to Nearby Cities

• Modesto, CA – 4 miles (6 km)
• Turlock, CA – 10 miles (16 km)
• Riverbank, CA – 10 miles (16 km)
• Hughson, CA – 6 miles (10 km)
• Oakdale, CA – 15 miles (24 km)
• Keyes, CA – 7 miles (11 km)
• Denair, CA – 12 miles (19 km)
• Ripon, CA – 18 miles (29 km)
• Manteca, CA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Escalon, CA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Tracy, CA – 35 miles (56 km)
• Stockton, CA – 45 miles (72 km)
• Merced, CA – 45 miles (72 km)
• Atwater, CA – 40 miles (64 km)
• Los Banos, CA – 50 miles (80 km)
• Sonora, CA – 55 miles (89 km)
• Fresno, CA – 90 miles (145 km)
• Sacramento, CA – 90 miles (145 km)
• San Jose, CA – 85 miles (137 km)
• Oakland, CA – 95 miles (153 km)

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