Galt, California facts for kids
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Galt, California
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Aerial view of Galt
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Location of Galt in Sacramento County, California
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 Galt, California
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County |  Sacramento |
| Incorporated | August 16, 1946 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.78 sq mi (17.57 km2) |
| • Land | 6.77 sq mi (17.54 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) 0.23% |
| Elevation | 47 ft (16 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 23,647 |
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26,536 |
| • Density | 3,919.07/sq mi (1,513.09/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (PST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
95632
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| Area code(s) | 209 |
| FIPS code | 06-28112 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0277522 |
| Website | http://www.ci.galt.ca.us |
Galt is a city located in Sacramento County, California. It is part of the larger Sacramento metropolitan area. In 2010, about 23,647 people lived there. This number grew from 19,472 people in 2000.
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History of Galt
Galt was started in 1869 by the Central Pacific Railroad. It was part of building the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. The town got its name from Galt, Ontario, which was a city in Canada. This was the hometown of a local rancher named John McFarland.
Geography of Galt
Galt is located in California at 38°15′39″N 121°18′11″W / 38.260842°N 121.303122°W.
Area and Location
The city covers a total area of about 5.9 square miles (15.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water. Galt is surrounded by areas that are not officially part of any city, in both Sacramento and San Joaquin Counties.
Climate in Galt
Galt has a climate that is like the Mediterranean region. This means it has warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
Population of Galt
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| 1950 | 1,333 | — | |
| 1960 | 1,868 | 40.1% | |
| 1970 | 3,200 | 71.3% | |
| 1980 | 5,514 | 72.3% | |
| 1990 | 8,889 | 61.2% | |
| 2000 | 19,472 | 119.1% | |
| 2010 | 23,647 | 21.4% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 26,536 | 12.2% | |
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Galt has grown quite a bit over the years. In 2010, the city had a population of 23,647 people. Most of the people lived in homes. The population included people from many different backgrounds. About 66% were White, and about 43% were Hispanic or Latino.
The city has a mix of ages, with many young people and families. About 31% of the population was under 18 years old in 2010.
Local Media
Galt has its own weekly newspaper called The Galt Herald. It has been publishing news since 1909. The same family has owned and run the newspaper since 1959.
Education in Galt
Public schools in Galt are managed by two different districts. The Galt Joint Union Elementary School District takes care of elementary and middle schools. The Galt Joint Union High School District runs the high schools in the city.
Community Life in Galt
Galt is home to many groups and clubs that help the community.
- The Galt Area Historical Society is very active. They help people learn about the city's past.
- The Performing Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) is a special place. It provides a safe home for animals that used to perform or were rescued.
- The Galt Lions Club is part of a bigger international group. They help people in the area who have vision problems.
Galt Market
Galt is famous for its large Flea Market, also known as the Galt Market. Many people visit it to find unique items.
Nature and Wildlife
The Cosumnes River area is a beautiful part of California. The Cosumnes River Preserve was created to protect this special natural area. Galt also hosts an annual winter bird festival. This festival celebrates the many birds that come to the area during the colder months.
Notable People from Galt
- LeVar Burton, a famous actor, lived in Galt when he was younger.
- Ryan Mattheus, a former pitcher for Major League Baseball teams like the Washington Nationals.
- Zach Phillips, another former Major League Baseball pitcher.
- Stephanie Brown Trafton, a gold medalist in the discus throw at the 2008 Summer Olympics.
Nearby Areas
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Southeast Unincorporated Area (Sacramento County) | Southeast Unincorporated Area (Sacramento County) | Southeast Unincorporated Area (Sacramento County) | |
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| San Joaquin County (Acampo) | San Joaquin County (Acampo) | San Joaquin County |
Images for kids
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Night aerial view of Lodi (lower right), Galt (small, center), and Sacramento (upper left), California
See also
In Spanish: Galt (California) para niños
