Stanislaus County Map, California

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Stanislaus County, California

Stanislaus County is right in the middle of the Central Valley. Modesto is the biggest city and county seat. It’s where “American Graffiti” was set, if you’re into old movies.
There’s a lot of agriculture, including almonds and peaches. The population is around 565,000, with communities that are proud of their farming roots.
The county is named after the Stanislaus River, which flows through the region. Highway 99 runs through the county, connecting it to the rest of the valley and beyond.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Stanislaus County |
County Seat | Modesto |
Population | Approximately 565,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Modesto, Turlock, Ceres, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank, Newman |
Interstates and Highways | I-5, SR 99, SR 108 |
FIPS Code | 06-099 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,515 square miles (Land: 1,499 sq mi, Water: 16 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | San Joaquin County (North), Merced County (South), Tuolumne County (East), Calaveras County (Northeast), Santa Clara County (West) |
Time Zone | Pacific Standard Time (PST) |
State | California |
Coordinates | 37.6391° N, 120.9970° W |
Etymology | Named after the Stanislaus River |
Major Landmarks | Modesto Arch, Stanislaus River, Tuolumne River, Great Valley Museum |
Website | Stanislaus County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Stanislaus County Topographic Map
This topographic map reveals Stanislaus County’s predominantly flat agricultural landscape. Use our zoom tool to examine the subtle way the terrain gradually rises from west to east toward the Sierra foothills.

SATELLITE IMAGERY
Stanislaus County Satellite Map
Agricultural development creates a perfect grid across this Central Valley county. The San Joaquin River forms a winding boundary along the northern edge.

OUTLINE MAP
Stanislaus County Blank Map
This blank map presents Stanislaus County’s triangular shape in the northern San Joaquin Valley. The eastern boundary approaches the Sierra foothills while the western edge extends toward the Coast Range.

Neighboring Counties
Here are the 5 neighboring counties of Stanislaus County:
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