Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
16%
Turlock
Turlock, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,421
Population
73,318
Renter Mix
46% Rent
Suburban tranquility meets college-town energy in the Central Valley.
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Tucked into California’s Central Valley just south of Modesto, Turlock runs at a pace that feels refreshingly unhurried without sacrificing everything a renter could need. Downtown is a walkable stretch of tree-lined sidewalks, locally owned shops, and restaurants that have become neighborhood staples over the years. California State University, Stanislaus anchors the north side of the city and shapes much of Turlock’s cultural rhythm, bringing energy, arts events, and open green spaces like Teague Park and the Stanislaus State Amphitheater to residents year-round. The city traces its roots to 1871, when founder John William Mitchell chose a name believed to have originated from an Irish village called Turlough.
Renters will find a solid mix of options here, from garden-style apartment communities and spacious townhomes to single-family rentals scattered across well-established neighborhoods. The supply of housing tends to feel more accessible than in California’s larger metros, making Turlock an appealing base for those who work locally or commute north to the greater Modesto area. Whether you’re drawn to the college-town buzz near campus or the quieter residential pockets closer to the city’s edges, there’s a corner of Turlock that fits almost any lifestyle.
Explore the City
$531,839 is the average list price of homes in Turlock.
Start your day with a coffee and a hot breakfast at Hot Rod Diner in Turlock.
Catch the local transit near UC Stanislaus in Turlock, Ca.
Feed the birds at at Donnelly Park in Turlock.
Spend time with family at the park at CSU Stanislaus in The City of Turlock.
Welcome to the Stanislaus County Fair in Turlock, Ca.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$74,158
Average: $93,064
Education
14,936
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
33,136
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Turlock has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
46%
Non-Renters
54%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Turlock, CA is $1,120 for a studio, $1,405 for one bedroom, $1,533 for two bedrooms, and $1,911 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Turlock has decreased by -1.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,405/month
628 Sq Ft
House
$2,440/month
1,496 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Turlock, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Walnut Elementary Education Center
Public
Grades K-5
900 Students
Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary
Public
Grades K-5
753 Students
Public
Grades K-5
601 Students
Public
Grades K-5
817 Students
Public
Grades K-5
758 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
810 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
166 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,294 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
142 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,479 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
142 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
School data provided by
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Airports
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.