Thousand Oaks, California
Thousand Oaks: The fifth most populous city in Ventura County, California.
About
Thousand Oaks is a city located in the county of Ventura in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 126,683. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 126,310 inhabitants.
The city was created 62 years ago in 1963.
Thousand Oaks is a city situated in southeastern Ventura County, California, halfway between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. With over 127,000 residents, it is the second-largest city in Ventura County.
History
The area was originally inhabited by the Chumash people. In the 1800s, Spanish settlers established ranchos like the Rancho El Conejo land grant. The name “Thousand Oaks” comes from the many oak trees native to the region.
Thousand Oaks officially incorporated in 1964, one of the first master-planned communities in the US. Much of its growth coincided with the expansion of Los Angeles and rise of suburban living.
Today it has established itself as an affluent community with excellent schools, services, and shopping.
Economy
The city has a strong high-tech and biotech presence, with companies like Amgen, Teledyne Technologies, and SAGE Publications headquartered here. It also has a regional healthcare hub centered around Los Robles Hospital.
Other major employers are the Conejo Valley Unified School District, Bank of America, Verizon Wireless, and Baxter International. The city has significantly higher household incomes than much of California.
Things to Do
Outdoor activities abound, with hiking at Wildwood Regional Park or biking along the Conejo Valley Bike Trail. Golfers enjoy North Ranch Country Club and other local courses.
The 1,800-seat Civic Arts Plaza is a thriving performing arts center. Families enjoy attractions like the Stagecoach Inn Museum and the Gardens of the World botanic garden.
Notable events include the Conejo Valley Days festival and the Westlake Village Art Affaire gallery tour. Excellent dining and upscale malls lend to the area’s appeal.
With its unrivaled location, family-friendly lifestyle, prosperity, and natural beauty – Thousand Oaks has cemented itself as one of the most desirable communities in California.
Quick Facts about Thousand Oaks
| Population | 126,310 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Ventura County |
| Postal code | 91359, 91320, 91360, 91361, 91362 |
| Phone Area Codes | 805 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.27% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.73% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.1706,-118.8376 |
| Altitude | 2,907 feet / 886 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1964 (62 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time Zone |
| Local time | 17:45:46 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -0.3% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 43℉ Chance Light Rain then Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Thousand Oaks is located at 34°10'14"N 118°50'15"W (34.1705600, -118.8375900). It has 3 neighbors: Camarillo, Simi Valley and Westlake Village.
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Thousand Oaks decreased by 0.3% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 126,683 | - | census |
| 2011 | 127,325 | 0.5% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 127,657 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 128,224 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 128,636 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 128,632 | -0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 128,480 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 128,229 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 127,279 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 126,813 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 126,310 | -0.4% | estimation process |
Where to Stay in Thousand Oaks
1Palm Garden Hotel
495 N Ventu Park Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320, United States View details
Phone: +18057164200 | Website available
2Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn
75 W Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, United States View details
Phone: +18054973701 | Website available
3La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Thousand Oaks-Newbury Park
1320 Newbury Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320, United States View details
Phone: +18054995910 | Website available
4Hampton Inn & Suites Thousand Oaks, CA
510 N Ventu Park Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320, United States View details
Phone: +18053750376 | Website available
5Americas Best Value Inn Thousand Oaks
2850 Camino Dos Rios, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320, United States View details
Phone: +18054992414 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Thousand Oaks
1City of Thousand Oaks
2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, United States View details
Phone: +18054492100 | Website available
2Thousand Oaks Planning Department
2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, United States View details
Phone: +18054492323
3Municipal Service Center
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320, United States View details
Phone: +18053765015 | Website available
4Thousand Oaks Water Wastewater
2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, United States View details
Phone: +18054492201 | Website available
5Thousand Oaks City Manager
2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, United States View details
Phone: +18054492121
People born in Thousand Oaks (64)
People born in Thousand Oaks, including actress Amanda Bynes, actress, dancer, singer Heather Morris, baseball player from the United States Bryan Anderson, .
More notable people
- Chloe (American movie actress and director) she was born in 14/11/1971
- Bryan Corey (American baseball player) he was born in 21/10/1973
- Taylor Knox (American surfer) he was born in 15/05/1971
- Lisa Wilcox (equestrian) she was born in 08/09/1966
- Berry Henson (professional golfer) he was born in 04/07/1979
- Haylie Johnson (film director) she was born in 29/01/1980
- Chuckie Fick (American baseball player) he was born in 20/11/1985
- Jimmy Clausen (American football quarterback) he was born in 21/09/1987
- Patrick Long (American racing driver) he was born in 28/07/1981
- Tyler Rebbe (American musician)
- Chloe Hunter (American actress) she was born in 26/08/1976
- Cary Judd (American singer-songwriter and composer) he was born in 04/03/1985
- Casey Clausen (American football player and coach) he was born in 09/01/1981
- Chance Myers (American soccer player) he was born in 07/12/1987
- Chris Margott (American ice hockey player) he was born in 11/05/1984
- Dave Salzwedel (American soccer player-coach) he was born in 15/06/1968
- David Collins (American rower) he was born in 12/10/1969
- Dylan Riley (American soccer player) he was born in 17/11/1986
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Thousand Oaks, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110413 | California Lutheran University | Thousand Oaks (CA) | 91360-2787 |
| 119137 | Moorpark College | Moorpark (CA) | 93021-1695 |
| 123855 | St John's Seminary | Camarillo (CA) | 93012-2500 |
| 121150 | Pepperdine University | Malibu (CA) | 90263 |
| 441937 | California State University-Channel Islands | Camarillo (CA) | 93012 |
Nearby Transit Stations (37)
Rail and bus stations connected to Thousand Oaks, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPK | Moorpark | 300 High Street | RAIL |
| SIM | Simi Valley | 5050 Los Angeles Avenue | RAIL |
| CML | Camarillo station | 30 Lewis Road | RAIL |
| CWT | Chatsworth station | 10040 Old Depot Plaza Road | RAIL |
| FIL | Fillmore, California | 718 West Ventura St. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Thousand Oaks.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Thousand Oak Post Office | Thousand Oaks (CA) | 91362 |
| Conejo Valley Post Office | Thousand Oaks (CA) | 91360 |
| Agoura Hill Post Office | Agoura Hills (CA) | 91301 |
| Newbury Park Post Office | Newbury Park (CA) | 91320 |
| Mount Mccoy Post Office | Simi Valley (CA) | 93065 |
Other cities in Ventura County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ventura County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Oxnard | 207,945 | The second most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Simi Valley | 125,168 | The third most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Ventura | 96,769 | The most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Camarillo | 69,521 | The most populous city in Ventura County, California. |
| Moorpark | 36,202 | City in California in the United States |
| Santa Paula | 30,242 | City in California |
| Port Hueneme | 21,745 | City in Ventura County, California, United States |
| Fillmore | 15,604 | City in and county seat of Millard County, Utah, United States |
| Ojai | 7,587 | City in California, United States |
| El Rio | 7,198 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Mira Monte | 6,854 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Oak View | 4,066 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Meiners Oaks | 3,571 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
| Channel Islands Beach | 3,103 | Census designated place |
| Piru | 2,063 | Census-designated place in Ventura County, California |
Distance to Other Cities
Thousand Oaks distances to largest California cities