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Lathrop, CA

Lathrop is a city located 9 miles (14 km) south of Stockton in San Joaquin County, California, United States. The 2020 census reported that Lathrop's population was 28,701. The city is located in Northern California at the intersection of Interstate 5 and California State Route 120, in the San Joaquin Valley.

The San Joaquin River cuts through the middle of Lathrop, the Old River (California) on the west side, and has an elevation of 20 feet (7 m).

Neighboring cities and towns include Stockton, Manteca, Ripon, French Camp, and Tracy. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers an area of 23.0 square miles (60 km2) of which 1.1 square miles (2.8 km2) (4.79%) is covered by water.

Lathrop was developed around railroad interests. The town was founded around 1868 when the first transcontinental railroad was extended to the area after a dispute between the president of the Central Pacific Railroad, Leland Stanford, and the City of Stockton. The two parties had struck a right-of-way agreement to build a railroad through Stockton, but when city officials delayed in deciding where the alignment should go, Stanford decided to instead build the railroad around Stockton and set up a new town along the route.

The new town was platted into 16 subdivisions around the site of a train depot named Wilson's Station at a wye built for switching train cars. A merchant store and schoolhouse were built soon after. In 1869, the area was renamed in honor of the family of Leland Stanford's wife, Jane Stanford (née Lathrop), and her brother, Charles Lathrop, who worked for Leland as an engineer at Central Pacific.

Lathrop emphasizes health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Lathrop 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 24 Hour Gyms, High 5 Fitness Center, and Seniors City of Lathrop. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Lathrop, such as the Michael Vega Park and the Bennie & Joyce Gatto Historic Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Lathrop, CA are  Dos Reis Regional Park, Mossdale Landing Community Park, and Manuel Valverde Park.

Population: 39,857 (2023). ZIP code: 95330. Area code: 209. Elevation: 23 ft. Area: 23.0 square miles (60 km2).

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Is Lathrop, CA a good place to live?

Living in Lathrop offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Lathrop, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Lathrop and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Lathrop are above average.

What is a fun fact about Lathrop, CA?

Lathrop was developed around railroad interests. The town was founded around 1868 when the first transcontinental railroad was extended to the area after a dispute between the president of the Central Pacific Railroad, Leland Stanford, and the City of Stockton. The two parties had struck a right-of-way agreement to build a railroad through Stockton, but when city officials delayed in deciding where the alignment should go, Stanford decided to instead build the railroad around Stockton and set up a new town along the route.

What is the crime rate in Lathrop, CA?

The crime rate in Lathrop is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 16 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 Lathrop is 1 in 65. Based on FBI crime data, Lathrop is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Lathrop has a crime rate that is higher than 40% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Lathrop

Lathrop’s Recreation and Community Services Department

24 Hour Gyms

High 5 Fitness Center 

Seniors City of Lathrop

Michael Vega Park 

The Bennie & Joyce Gatto Historic Trail

Dos Reis Regional Park

Mossdale Landing Community Park

Manuel Valverde Park

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

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