Chowchilla, California
Chowchilla: City in Madera County, California, United States
About
Chowchilla is a city located in the county of Madera in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 18,720. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 18,153 inhabitants.
The city was created 103 years ago in 1923.
Quick Facts about Chowchilla
| Population | 18,153 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Madera County |
| Postal code | 93610 |
| Phone Area Codes | 559 |
| Water as percent of area | 0% |
| Land as percent of area | 100% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.1230,-120.2602 |
| Altitude | 240 feet / 73 meters |
| Establishment | February 07, 1923 (103 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time Zone |
| Local time | 03:43:15 (16th April 2026) |
| Population growth | -3.12% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 47℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Chowchilla is located at 37°7'23"N 120°15'37"W (37.1230000, -120.2601800).
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Weather
Mostly clear. Low around 47, with temperatures rising to around 49 overnight. Northwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Chowchilla decreased by 3.12% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,720 | - | census |
| 2011 | 18,892 | 0.91% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 18,049 | -4.67% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 17,357 | -3.99% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 18,843 | 7.89% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 18,391 | -2.46% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 18,179 | -1.17% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 18,457 | 1.51% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 18,709 | 1.35% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 18,310 | -2.18% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 18,153 | -0.86% | estimation process |
People born in Chowchilla (2)
People born in Chowchilla, including Screenwriter and television producer Ronald D. Moore, Player of and Canadian football James Curry, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Chowchilla, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123350 | Sierra College of Beauty | Merced (CA) | 95340 |
Nearby Transit Stations (22)
Rail and bus stations connected to Chowchilla, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDR | Madera | Avenue 15 1/2 at 29th Road | RAIL |
| MCD | Merced station | 324 West 24th St | RAIL |
| MRM | Mariposa, CA | Highway 140 and 7th Street | BUS |
| MRP | Mariposa, California | 5158 State Highway 140 | BUS |
| MDP | Midpines, California | 6979 Highway 140 | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Chowchilla.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Chowchilla Post Office | Chowchilla (CA) | 93610 |
Other cities in Madera County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Madera County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Madera | 66,723 | The most populous city in Madera County, California. |
| Madera Acres | 9,163 | Census-designated place in Madera County, California |
| Yosemite Lakes | 4,952 | Census-designated place in Madera County, California |
| Parksdale | 2,621 | Census-designated place in Madera County, California |
Distance to Other Cities
Chowchilla distances to largest California cities