Ceres, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ceres, California
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| City of Ceres | ||
Ceres City Hall
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| Motto(s):
"Together We Achieve"
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Location of Ceres in Stanislaus County, California.
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 Ceres, California
Location in California
Ceres, California
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States of America |
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| State |  California |
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| County | Stanislaus | |
| Incorporated | February 25, 1918 | |
| Named for | Ceres | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 9.35 sq mi (24.22 km2) | |
| • Land | 9.35 sq mi (24.21 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) 0.10% | |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 49,302 | |
| • Density | 5,211.43/sq mi (2,012.15/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) | |
| ZIP code |
95307
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| Area code(s) | 209 | |
| FIPS code | 06-12524 | |
| GNIS feature IDs | 1655882, 2409430 | |
Ceres is a city in Stanislaus County, California. It is located in the San Joaquin Valley. The city is south of Modesto and north of Turlock.
In 2020, about 49,302 people lived in Ceres. This was more than the 45,417 people who lived there in 2010. Ceres is part of the larger Modesto area. The city is named after Ceres, the Roman goddess of farming.
Ceres has a local newspaper called the Ceres Courier. It has been published since 1910. The city also hosts fun events throughout the year. These include the Ceres Street Faire in May and a Halloween Fun Festival. There is also a special Christmas Tree Lane opening ceremony.
Discovering Ceres, California
A Look at Ceres' Past
The first non-native families settled in Ceres around 1867. These families included John Service, Cassius Warner, and Daniel Whitmore. Daniel C. Whitmore is known as one of the main founders of Ceres. He built his home in 1870. This house, at 2928 5th Street, is still standing today. The city and the Ceres Historical Society have fully restored it. The Clinton Whitmore Mansion, built in 1903, is also owned by the City of Ceres.
In the early 1890s, some outlaws robbed trains near Ceres. Later, in the late 1930s, a special camp was set up in Ceres. This camp helped workers who moved around for jobs.
You can learn more about Ceres' history in a book called Ceres by Jeff Benziger. The Ceres Historical Museum also shows items from the town's past. It focuses on things people used every day in Ceres.
Where is Ceres?
Ceres is located in the San Joaquin Valley of California. The city covers about 8 square miles (20.8 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part covered by water. The land in this area is mostly flat. This is because of how the land was formed by rivers over time.
People and Population in Ceres
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 637 | — | |
| 1930 | 981 | 54.0% | |
| 1940 | 1,332 | 35.8% | |
| 1950 | 2,351 | 76.5% | |
| 1960 | 4,406 | 87.4% | |
| 1970 | 6,029 | 36.8% | |
| 1980 | 13,281 | 120.3% | |
| 1990 | 26,314 | 98.1% | |
| 2000 | 34,609 | 31.5% | |
| 2010 | 45,417 | 31.2% | |
| 2020 | 49,302 | 8.6% | |
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Ceres in 2020
The 2020 U.S. Census counted 49,302 people living in Ceres. About 33% of the people were White. Around 2% were African American, and about 1% were Native American. Asian people made up about 8.6% of the population. Pacific Islanders were less than 1%. About 36% of the people were from other races, and 18% were from two or more races. Over 64% of the people in Ceres were Hispanic or Latino.
In 2020, about 63% of homes in Ceres were owned by the people living in them. There were 13,828 housing units in the city.
Ceres in 2010
In 2010, Ceres had a population of 45,417 people. About 58% of the people were White. Around 3% were African American, and 1% were Native American. Asian people made up about 7% of the population. Pacific Islanders were less than 1%. About 25% were from other races, and 5.5% were from two or more races. Over 56% of the people in Ceres were Hispanic or Latino.
Most people (99.2%) lived in regular homes. The average household had about 3.55 people. Many households (54.2%) had children under 18 living there.
The median age in Ceres was 29.4 years old. This means half the people were younger than 29.4, and half were older. About 32% of the population was under 18.
Ceres in 2000
In 2000, 34,609 people lived in Ceres. There were 10,435 households. About 64.5% of the people were White. Around 3% were African American, and 1.4% were Native American. Asian people made up about 5% of the population. Pacific Islanders were less than 1%. About 20% were from other races, and 5.5% were from two or more races. Over 37% of the people in Ceres were Hispanic or Latino.
About 48.6% of households had children under 18. The average household size was 3.31 people. The median income for a household was $40,736. This means half of the households earned more than this, and half earned less.
Economy of Ceres
The Bronco Wine Company is located south of Ceres. This company makes Charles Shaw wine, which is sometimes called "Two-Buck Chuck."
Parks and Fun in Ceres
The City of Ceres has 11 parks for everyone to enjoy. The biggest park in Ceres is the Ceres River Bluff Regional Park.
Getting Around Ceres
A new train service called Altamont Corridor Express is planned for Ceres. A new train station is expected to open in Ceres by 2026. This will make it easier for people to travel to and from the city.
Famous People from Ceres
- Cliff Barrows - He was a partner and announcer for the Billy Graham crusades.
- Gary Condit - He used to be a U.S. Congressman.
- Gary Duncan - A guitarist for the band Quicksilver Messenger Service.
- Wayne Hardin - A famous football and basketball coach. He coached at Ceres High School.
- Kenny Pierce - He played bass guitar for Buck Owens' Buckaroos.
- Cade Cowell - A professional soccer player for Chivas Guadalajara.
- Sis Bates - A softball player for the Washington Huskies.
Images for kids
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Ceres City Hall
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Seal of Ceres, California
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Location of Ceres in Stanislaus County, California.
