Santa Nella

Census-designated place in Merced County, California

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Santa Nella is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Merced County, California, with 2,211 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 154 ft (47 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Volta, 5.7 miles E.

About Santa Nella

Santa Nella is an unincorporated area and census-designated place (CDP) in Merced County, California, United States. It is located 10 miles (16 km) west-northwest of Los Banos at an elevation of 154 feet (47 m). As of the 2020 census, Santa Nella had a population of 2,211, up from 1,380 at the 2010 census.

The site's status as a stopping place for travelers dates back to the 19th century when it was Rancho de Centinela (Spanish for "Sentinel Ranch") along El Camino Viejo; the route through the community has since been replaced by Interstate 5 and State Route 33.

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Living in Santa Nella

Median household income
$99,154
Median home value
$435,000
Median age
35.1
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Santa Nella, CA population

Santa Nella had 2,211 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census2,211
Density472 per sq mi (182 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Santa Nella at a glance

StateCalifornia (CA)
CountyMerced County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population2,211 (2020)
Land area4.68 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates37.1012° N, 121.0157° W
ZIP code95322
Census code (GEOID)0670028

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Santa Nella

What county is Santa Nella in?

Santa Nella is in Merced County, California.

What is the population of Santa Nella, CA?

2,211 people lived in Santa Nella at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Santa Nella, CA?

The ZIP code of Santa Nella is 95322.

What is the elevation of Santa Nella?

154 feet (47 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Santa Nella?

Volta (5.7 mi), Los Banos (10.1 mi), Gustine (10.6 mi), Newman (14.9 mi), Stevinson (17.9 mi).

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