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Monsanto
Monsanto is located in California
Monsanto
Monsanto
Location in California
Country United States
State California
County Contra Costa County
Elevation
13 ft (4 m)
GNIS ID 1659161
FIPS code 06-48662

Monsanto is a small place located in Contra Costa County, California, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed as part of the larger county.

Where is Monsanto Located?

Monsanto is found in the sunny state of California. It is part of Contra Costa County. The community is situated about 4.5 miles (7.2 kilometers) east of a larger city called Martinez. Monsanto is very close to sea level, with an elevation of only 13 feet (4 meters). The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad also passes through or near this area.

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