Turlock Population 2026
Turlock has a population of 72,292, making it the #525 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 122× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,292
Rank in United States
#525
Coordinates
37.49°N, 120.85°W
~31 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,795 km
2,357 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Turlock
FAQ
What is the population of Turlock?
Turlock has a population of 72,292 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #525 biggest city in United States.
What state is Turlock in?
Turlock is located in California, United States.
Is Turlock the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,795 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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