Martinez, California
Martinez: city in Contra Costa County, California, USA
About
Martinez is a city located in the county of Contra Costa in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 35,824. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 38,027 inhabitants.
The city was created 177 years ago in 1848.
Quick Facts about Martinez
| Population | 38,027 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Contra Costa County |
| Postal code | 94553 |
| Phone Area Codes | 925 |
| Water as percent of area | 7.64% |
| Land as percent of area | 92.36% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.0194,-122.1341 |
| Altitude | 75 feet / 23 meters |
| Capital city | Martinez is capital of Contra Costa County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1849 (177 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 01:57:36 (23rd April 2026) |
| Population growth | 5.79% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 43℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Martinez is located at 38°1'10"N 122°8'3"W (38.0193700, -122.1341300).
Martinez map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 43.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Martinez increased by 5.79% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 35,824 | - | census |
| 2011 | 36,502 | 1.86% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 36,825 | 0.88% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 37,119 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 37,473 | 0.94% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 38,050 | 1.52% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 38,325 | 0.72% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 38,411 | 0.22% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 38,406 | -0.01% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 38,297 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 38,027 | -0.71% | estimation process |
Where to Stay in Martinez
1Best Western John Muir Inn
445 Muir Station Rd, Martinez, CA 94553, United States View details
Phone: +19252291010 | Website available
2Quality Inn
3999 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA 94553, United States View details
Phone: +19252287471 | Website available
3Muir Lodge Motel Martinez
3930 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA 94553, United States View details
Phone: +19252283308 | Website available
4Super 8 by Wyndham Martinez
4015 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA 94553, United States View details
Phone: +19253725500 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Martinez
1Contra Costa Health Services
50 Douglas Dr #310, Martinez, CA 94553, United States View details
Phone: +19259575400 | Website available
2West Contra Costa Healthcare District
50 Douglas Dr #463, Martinez, CA 94553, United States View details
Phone: +19259575551 | Website available
People born in Martinez (32)
People born in Martinez, including baseball player, member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame Joe DiMaggio, film director Victor, sprinter Eddie Hart, .
More notable people
- Norman Francis McFarland (Bishop of Orange in California) he was born in 21/02/1922
- Sara Del Rey (American professional wrestler) she was born in 13/11/1980
- Rosie Gaines (American musician) she was born in 26/06/1960
- Tug McGraw (American baseball player) he was born in 30/08/1944
- Francis Xavier Williams (American entomologist) he was born in 06/08/1882
- Seanan McGuire (American writer) she was born in 05/01/1978
- Andy Wolfe (American basketball player) he was born in 29/04/1925
- Christopher Darden (American lawyer) he was born in 07/04/1956
- Dallas Hickman (American football player) he was born in 16/02/1952
- Jim Frazier (American politician) he was born in 04/05/1959
- Jim Turner (American football player) he was born in 28/03/1941
- Johnny Lee Clary (American preacher and professional wrestler) he was born in 18/06/1959
- Kiko Garcia (American baseball player) he was born in 14/10/1953
- Larry Lintz (American baseball player) he was born in 10/10/1949
- Manfred Moore (American gidiron and rugby league footballer) he was born in 22/12/1950
- Maurice Benard (actor) he was born in 01/03/1963
- Morgan Groth (Olympic track and field athlete) he was born in 31/08/1943
- Rich Waltz (Baseball broadcaster) he was born in 22/10/1962
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Martinez, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113634 | Diablo Valley College | Pleasant Hill (CA) | 94523 |
Nearby Transit Stations (49)
Rail and bus stations connected to Martinez, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTZ | Martinez station | 601 Marina Vista Ave. | RAIL |
| VMW | Marine World (Seasonal), Vallejo, California | Highway 37 and Fairgrounds Drive | BUS |
| VAL | Vallejo, California | 4355 Sonoma Blvd. | BUS |
| RIC | Richmond station | 1700 Nevin Avenue | RAIL |
| BKY | Berkeley station | University Ave. and Third St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Martinez.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Cour Post Office | Martinez (CA) | 94553 |
Other cities in Contra Costa County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Contra Costa County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Concord | 128,544 | The third most populous city in Contra Costa County, California. |
| Antioch | 111,605 | The most populous city in Contra Costa County, California. |
| Richmond | 110,038 | The most populous city in Contra Costa County, California. |
| San Ramon | 82,865 | A city in Contra Costa County, California. |
| Pittsburg | 72,622 | A city in Contra Costa County, California. |
| Walnut Creek | 69,936 | The fifth most populous city in Contra Costa County, California. |
| Brentwood | 65,017 | The most populous city in Contra Costa County, California. |
| Danville | 44,883 | Town in Contra Costa County, California |
| Oakley | 42,710 | A city in Contra Costa County, California. |
| Pleasant Hill | 34,781 | City in Contra Costa County, California, USA |
| San Pablo | 30,779 | City in Contra Costa County, California, United States |
| Hercules | 26,221 | City in western Contra Costa County, California |
| Lafayette | 25,992 | City in California |
| El Cerrito | 25,403 | City in Contra Costa County, California, United States |
| Bay Point | 21,534 | Census designated place in California |
| Orinda | 19,557 | City in California, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Martinez distances to largest California cities