Waldon, California facts for kids
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Waldon, California
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former Census-designated place (CDP)
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Location in Contra Costa County and the state of California
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Contra Costa |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km2) |
| • Land | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Population
(2000)
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| • Total | 5,133 |
| • Density | 7,332.9/sq mi (3,019.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 |
| FIPS code | 06-83215 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1853420 |
Waldon was a special kind of community in Contra Costa County, California, United States. It was called a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it was an area identified by the United States Census Bureau for counting people, but it wasn't an official city or town.
In the year 2000, about 5,133 people lived in Waldon. It was easy to get around because it was served by the Pleasant Hill/Contra Costa Centre station, which is part of the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system. The major highway Interstate 680 also ran nearby.
Over time, Waldon started to change. There were projects to build new homes and businesses close to the BART station. This type of building is called "transit-oriented development." It helps people live closer to public transportation.
By the 2010 census, the area that used to be Waldon became part of another census-designated place called Contra Costa Centre. So, Waldon is no longer listed as a separate place.
Where Was Waldon Located?
Waldon was a small area, covering about 0.7 square miles (1.7 square kilometers). All of this area was land. Even though it was called Waldon, all the mail for people living there was sent through Walnut Creek. This shows how closely connected these communities were.
Who Lived in Waldon?
In 2000, there were 5,133 people living in Waldon. These people lived in about 3,086 homes. Most of the homes were for single people or couples without children. About 10.4% of the homes had children under 18.
The people living in Waldon were from many different backgrounds. The community was mostly White, but there were also many Asian, Black or African American, and Hispanic or Latino residents. This made Waldon a diverse place.
The average age of people in Waldon was 35 years old. Many people were young adults, between 25 and 44 years old. There were also people aged 65 or older.
The average income for families in Waldon was quite good, showing that many people had stable jobs. Only a small number of families and people lived below the poverty line.
See also
In Spanish: Waldon para niños
