Sonora, California
Sonora: city in California
About
Sonora is a city located in the county of Tuolumne in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,903. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,833 inhabitants.
The city was created 176 years ago in 1849.
Quick Facts about Sonora
| Population | 4,833 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Tuolumne County |
| Different from | Sonoma |
| Postal code | 95370–95373 |
| Phone Area Codes | 209 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.45% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.55% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.9841,-120.3821 |
| Altitude | 5,856 feet / 1785 meters |
| Capital city | Sonora is capital of Tuolumne County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1850 (176 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 00:39:20 (23rd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -1.45% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 41℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Sonora is located at 37°59'3"N 120°22'56"W (37.9840900, -120.3821400).
Sonora map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 41. North wind around 6 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Sonora decreased by 1.45% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,903 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,867 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,819 | -1% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,814 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,807 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,812 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,820 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,835 | 0.31% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,859 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,864 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,833 | -0.64% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Sonora
1Tuolumne County Agriculture
22365 S Airport Rd, Sonora, CA 95370, United States View details
Phone: +12095335691 | Website available
People born in Sonora (23)
People born in Sonora, including movie actress Brooke Haven, lawyer Melvin Belli, actress Jenny O'Hara, .
More notable people
- Larry J. Franco (American film producer) he was born in 05/04/1949
- Katie Stuart (American actress) she was born in 22/08/1984
- Kyle Rasmussen (American alpine skier) he was born in 20/06/1968
- Phil Coke (American professional baseball pitcher) he was born in 19/07/1982
- Dan Pastorini (American football player) he was born in 26/05/1949
- Rocco Prestia (American musician) he was born in 07/03/1951
- Tye Harvey (American pole vaulter) he was born in 25/09/1974
- Crystal Brilliant Snow Jenne (American schoolteacher, musician and politician) she was born in 30/05/1884
- David Carkeet (American novelist) he was born in 15/11/1946
- Josh Parry (American football player) he was born in 05/04/1978
- Mike Kelley (American football player) he was born in 31/12/1959
- T.J. Dillashaw (American mixed martial artist) he was born in 07/02/1986
- Wesley Duncan (American politician) he was born in 01/01/1980
- Joe De La Cruz (actor (1892–1961)) he was born in 19/03/1892
- Paris Henken (American sailor) she was born in 22/12/1995
- Laurie Winn Carlson (author) she was born in 27/01/1952
- Erin O'Brien (actor) she was born in 04/11/1980
- Ross Dwelley (American football player) he was born in 26/01/1995
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sonora, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112561 | Columbia College | Sonora (CA) | 95370 |
Nearby Transit Stations (34)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sonora, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| YOF | Yosemite National Park (Crane Flat), California | Old Tioga Pass Highway (Highway 120 East) | BUS |
| YOW | Yosemite National Park (White Wolf), California | Old Tioga ROad at Highway 120 East | BUS |
| MOD | Modesto station | 1700 Held Drive | RAIL |
| MDP | Midpines, California | 6979 Highway 140 | BUS |
| TRK | Denair station | 3800 Santa Fe Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Sonora.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Sonora Post Office | Sonora (CA) | 95370 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Sonora, Texas city in Texas with a population of 2,764 people.
- Sonora, Kentucky city in Hardin County, Kentucky, United States of America with a population of 523 people.
Other cities in Tuolumne County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tuolumne County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Mono Vista | 3,127 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| East Sonora | 2,266 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| Twain Harte | 2,226 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| Soulsbyville | 2,215 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| Tuolumne City | 1,779 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| Mi-Wuk Village | 941 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
Distance to Other Cities
Sonora distances to largest California cities