Ballico, California facts for kids
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Ballico
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Location in Merced County, California
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 Ballico
Location in California
Ballico
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Merced County |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.02 sq mi (7.8 km2) |
| • Land | 3.02 sq mi (7.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 347 |
| • Density | 114.82/sq mi (44.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP Code |
95303
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| Area code(s) | 209 |
| GNIS feature IDs | 1655810; 2582939 |
Ballico is a small community in Merced County, California, United States. It is a census-designated place, which means it's an area defined by the government for counting people. Ballico is located about 9 miles (14 km) northwest of Atwater. It sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level.
In 2020, the population of Ballico was 347 people. This was a decrease from 406 people in 2010. The name 'Ballico' comes from combining parts of "Ballantine Company." This company owned the ranch where the town was built.
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Where is Ballico Located?
Ballico is in the northern part of Merced County. It is just north of where the Santa Fe railroad crosses the Merced River. This railroad was originally part of the San Francisco and San Joaquin Valley Railroad line.
Nearby towns include Delhi to the west and Denair to the northwest. Cressey is located across the river to the southeast. The ZIP Code for Ballico is 95303, and the community uses area code 209.
Land Area and Size
According to the United States Census Bureau, Ballico covers an area of about 3.0 square miles (7.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no significant water bodies within its boundaries.
Who Lives in Ballico?
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| 2010 | 406 | — | |
| 2020 | 347 | −14.5% | |
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The 2010 United States Census counted 406 people living in Ballico. The population density was about 134 people per square mile.
Diversity in Ballico
The census showed that the community is quite diverse.
- About 58.4% of residents were identified as White.
- About 51.7% of residents were of Hispanic or Latino background.
- Smaller groups included African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents.
- Some residents identified with two or more racial backgrounds.
Households and Families
In 2010, all 406 people in Ballico lived in homes. There were 121 households in total.
- About 45.5% of these households had children under 18 living there.
- Most households (57.0%) were made up of married couples.
- Some households had a single female or male head of household.
- The average household had about 3.36 people.
- There were 96 families, with an average family size of 3.73 people.
Age Groups
The median age in Ballico was 31.1 years old. This means half the population was younger than 31.1, and half was older.
- About 29.6% of the population was under 18 years old.
- About 12.8% were young adults aged 18 to 24.
- About 26.1% were adults aged 25 to 44.
- About 22.4% were aged 45 to 64.
- About 9.1% were 65 years old or older.
Homes in Ballico
There were 132 housing units in Ballico.
- About 63.6% of these homes were owned by the people living in them.
- About 36.4% of the homes were rented.
- Most people (57.6%) lived in homes they owned, while 42.4% lived in rented homes.
See also
In Spanish: Ballico (California) para niños
