Monterey, California
Monterey: city in California, United States
About
Monterey is a city located in the county of Monterey in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 27,810. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 28,511 inhabitants.
The city was created 256 years ago in 1769.
Quick Facts about Monterey
| Population | 28,511 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Monterey County |
| Different from | Monterrei, Monterrey |
| Postal code | 93940 |
| Phone Area Codes | 831 |
| Official name | Monterey |
| Water as percent of area | 28.03% |
| Land as percent of area | 71.97% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.6002,-121.8947 |
| Altitude | 26 feet / 8 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1770 (256 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time Zone |
| Local time | 16:14:02 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | 2.46% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 49℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Light Rain Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Monterey is located at 36°36'1"N 121°53'41"W (36.6002400, -121.8946800). It has 2 neighbors: Los Angeles and Sand City.
Monterey map
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Weather
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 8pm, then rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. Southwest wind 2 to 7 mph, with gusts as high as 2...
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Demographics
The population of Monterey increased by 2.46% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 27,810 | - | census |
| 2011 | 28,246 | 1.54% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 28,750 | 1.75% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 28,600 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 28,549 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 28,496 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 28,568 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 28,411 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 28,170 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 28,178 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 28,511 | 1.17% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Monterey
1Old Monterey Jail
580 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316465641 | Website available
Where to Eat in Monterey
1Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
700 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18313752411 | Website available
2Casa Verde Inn
2113 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18313755407 | Website available
Where to Stay in Monterey
1Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18778627552 | Website available
2Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18882225851 | Website available
3Hotel Pacific
300 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18313735700 | Website available
4Motel 6 Monterey, CA
2124 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316468585 | Website available
5Best Western Plus Monterey Inn
825 Abrego St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18313735345 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Monterey
1Monterey Harbor Office
250 Figueroa St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316463950 | Website available
2Monterey City Public Works
580 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316463920 | Website available
3Monterey Recreation Division
546 Dutra St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316463866 | Website available
4City of Monterey
580 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316463760 | Website available
5Monterey Parks & Recreation
23 Ryan Ranch Rd, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316463860 | Website available
6Monterey Parking Division
340 Tyler St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316463953 | Website available
7Monterey City Attorney's Office
512 Pierce St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316463915 | Website available
8Monterey City Mayor
580 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316463760 | Website available
9United States Government
200 Fred Kane Dr, Monterey, CA 93940 View details
Phone: +18316477050 | Website available
10Monterey City Clerk
580 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940, United States View details
Phone: +18316463935 | Website available
People born in Monterey (89)
People born in Monterey, including university teacher, psychologist and writer Frido Mann, politician, Secretary of Defense 2011–2013 Leon Panetta, actress Allison Scagliotti, .
More notable people
- José Castro (Governor of Alta California (1808-1860)) he was born in 01/01/1808
- Tory Belleci (Film maker and model maker, MythBusters build team member) he was born in 30/10/1970
- Peter Asch (American water polo player) he was born in 16/10/1948
- Sammy Hagar (American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and entrepreneur) he was born in 13/10/1947
- Molly Ivins (American journalist) she was born in 30/08/1944
- Jean Bruce Scott (American actress) she was born in 25/02/1956
- J. R. Celski (Short-track speed skater) he was born in 17/07/1990
- Orlando Johnson (American basketball player) he was born in 11/03/1989
- Hal Lindes (American musician) he was born in 30/06/1953
- Robert Jacks (American actor (1959-2001)) he was born in 09/08/1959
- Virgil Gonsalves (Jazz saxophonist) he was born in 05/09/1931
- Joel Courtney (American actor) he was born in 31/01/1996
- Brita Sigourney (freestyle skier) she was born in 17/01/1990
- Heather Pease (American synchronized swimmer) she was born in 29/09/1975
- Jessica Cutler (American writer) she was born in 18/05/1978
- Juan Bautista Alvarado (Governor of Alta California) he was born in 14/02/1809
- Lance Krall (Vietnamese-American comedian and actor, television writer, director, and producer) he was born in 09/12/1970
- Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo (Californian military commander, politician, and rancher) he was born in 04/07/1807
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Monterey, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 119058 | Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey | Monterey (CA) | 93940 |
| 119067 | Monterey Peninsula College | Monterey (CA) | 93940-4799 |
| 119678 | Naval Postgraduate School | Monterey (CA) | 93943 |
| 409698 | California State University-Monterey Bay | Seaside (CA) | 93955-8001 |
| 115393 | Hartnell College | Salinas (CA) | 93901 |
Nearby Transit Stations (20)
Rail and bus stations connected to Monterey, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MYM | Monterey (Marriott), California | 350 Calle Principal | BUS |
| MRY | Monterey (Transit Plaza), California | 500 Tyler Street | BUS |
| MYT | Monterey (Travelodge), California | 675 Munras Street | BUS |
| MYH | Monterey (Hyatt Regency), California | 1 Old Golf Course Road | BUS |
| MYA | Monterey (Aquarium), California | 886 Cannery Row | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Monterey.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Monterey Post Office | Monterey (CA) | 93940 |
| Presidio Of Monterey Post Office | Monterey (CA) | 93944 |
| Usn Postgraduate School Post Office | Monterey (CA) | 93943 |
| Pacific Grov Post Office | Pacific Grove (CA) | 93950 |
| Seasid Post Office | Seaside (CA) | 93955 |
Other places with the same name (7)
- Monterey, Tennessee town in Tennessee, United States with a population of 2,889 people.
- Monterey, Ohio township in Putnam County, Ohio with a population of 2,050 people.
- Monterey, Massachusetts town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States with a population of 918 people.
- Monterey, Indiana town in Tippecanoe Township, Pulaski County, Indiana, United States with a population of 200 people.
- Monterey, Nebraska human settlement in United States of America with a population of 197 people.
- Monterey, Kentucky city in Kentucky, United States with a population of 136 people.
- Monterey, Virginia town in Virginia with a population of 136 people.
Other cities in Monterey County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Monterey County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Salinas | 154,868 | The largest city in Monterey County, California. |
| Seaside | 34,115 | City in California, USA |
| Soledad | 25,247 | City in Monterey County, California, United States |
| Marina | 21,836 | City in Monterey County, California, United States |
| Prunedale | 17,560 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Greenfield | 17,184 | City in Monterey County, California, United States |
| Pacific Grove | 15,299 | Town in Monterey County, California, United States |
| King City | 14,077 | City in California, named after its founder, Charles King |
| Gonzales | 8,237 | City in Texas, United States |
| Castroville | 6,481 | Town in the U. |
| Del Monte Forest | 4,514 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Carmel Valley Village | 4,407 | Unincorporated community in Monterey County, California, United States |
| Carmel-by-the-Sea | 3,744 | City in Monterey County, California |
| Pajaro | 3,070 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Boronda | 1,710 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Del Rey Oaks | 1,645 | City in Monterey County, California, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Monterey distances to largest California cities