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Delhi, CA

Delhi is a census-designated place (CDP) in Merced County in the U.S. state of California. Delhi is 18 miles (29 km) west-northwest of Merced, at an elevation of 118 feet (36 m). According to the 2020 census, the population was 10,656. The building housing the New Beginnings Christian Center, a Delhi church, was built for display at the World's Fair in San Francisco, in 1939. The building was to be torn down after the fair, but Enoch Christoffersen, who was a mayor of Turlock, California, said it was too nice of a church so it was bought and the structure was disassembled and shipped by train to Delhi, where it was re-assembled at its current location at 9711 N. Stephens Street.

Delhi is located in northern Merced County at 37°25′56″N 120°46′43″W.It lies northwest across the Merced River from Livingston. Hilmar is to the west, Turlock is to the north, and Ballico is to the east. According to the United States Census Bureau, the Delhi CDP has a total area of 3.5 square miles (9.1 km2), all of it land.

The Delhi post office opened in 1912, closed in 1918, and reopened in 1920.

The building housing the New Beginnings Christian Center, a Delhi church, was built for display at the World's Fair in San Francisco, in 1939. The building was to be torn down after the fair, but Enoch Christoffersen, who was a mayor of Turlock, California, said it was too nice of a church so it was bought and the structure was disassembled and shipped by train to Delhi, where it was re-assembled at its current location at 9711 N. Stephens Street.

Delhi focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Delhi Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Delhi Park Fitness Court, Anytime Fitness, and Jazzercise. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Delhi, such as Delhi Park and the Delhi Rail Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Delhi, CA are Castle Air Museum, San Luis Reservoir, and Yosemite Lake.

ZIP Code: 92624, 92629. Area code(s): 949. Elevation: 144 ft. Area: 3.5 square miles (9.1 km2). Population: 10,656.

FAQs

Is Delhi, CA a good place to live?

Delhi is in Merced County. Living in Delhi offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Delhi and residents tend to lean liberal.

Is Delhi, CA expensive?

Delhi, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 109.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 9.1% higher than the U.S. average and 27.2% higher than the average for California. A typical home costs $355,400, which is 5.1% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 51.5% less expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. To live comfortably in Delhi, California, a minimum annual income of $68,040 for a family, and $43,200 for a single person is recommended.

Is Delhi, CA safe?

The crime rate in Delhi is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest. However, at 23 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Delhi is 1 in 44. Based on FBI crime data, Delhi is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Delhi has a crime rate that is higher than 66% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

County of Merced

Delhi Recreation and Community Services Department

Delhi Park Fitness Court

Anytime Fitness 

Jazzercise

Delhi Park

Delhi Rail Trail

Castle Air Museum

San Luis Reservoir 

Yosemite Lake\

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