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Oakdale, CA

Oakdale is a city in the San Joaquin Valley and Stanislaus County, California. It is part of the Modesto Metropolitan Statistical Area. Oakdale goes by the slogan "Cowboy Capital of the World." The population was 23,181 at the 2020 census, up from 20,675 at the 2010 census and 15,503 at the 2000 census.

The city was founded in 1871 when the Stockton and Visalia Railroad met the Copperopolis Railroad. The site of Taylor's Ferry Crossing is located in Oakdale, a crossing of the Stanislaus River on the 19th-century Stockton - Los Angeles Road. Oakdale was used as a film location for the United Artists film Bound For Glory starring David Carradine. Oakdale doubled as a dusty 'Texas' town using railroad scenes for the film. Oakdale was nominated for an award for having the most almond trees per capita per square mile in the state of California.

The city is located on the Stanislaus River in the east-central portion of the San Joaquin Valley, adjacent to the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. California State Routes 108 and 120 (Tioga Pass Road) intersect in the city.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.1 square miles (16 km2), of which 6.0 square miles (16 km2) is land and 0.05 square miles (0.13 km2) (0.81%) is water.

The National Weather Service has maintained a cooperative weather station at Woodward Dam for many years. In January, average temperatures are a maximum of 52.4 °F (11.3 °C) and a minimum of 35.1 °F (1.7 °C). In July, average temperatures are a maximum of 102.8 °F (39.3 °C) and a minimum of 58.4 °F (14.7 °C). The record high temperature was 114 °F (46 °C) on July 18, 1925. The record low temperature was 12 °F (−11 °C) on December 11, 1932. Annually, there are an average of 84.6 days with highs of 90 °F (32 °C) or higher and an average of 30.8 days with lows of 32 °F (0 °C) or lower.

Average annual rainfall is 13.33 inches (339 mm). There are an average of 44 days annually with measurable precipitation. The wettest year was 1958 with 22.15 inches (563 mm) and the driest year was 1947 with 7.99 inches (203 mm). The most rainfall in one month was 8.63 inches (219 mm) in January 1911. The most rainfall in 24 hours was 5.7 inches (140 mm) on April 3, 1958. The record snowfall was 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) in January 1930.

Oakdale focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Oakdale 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 Get Fit, Fit Republic Gyms & Health Clubs and CrossFit. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Oakdale, such as the Oakdale Recreation Area and the Cottles Wood Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Oakdale, CA are The Cowboy Museum, Oakdale Museum & History Center, and Oakdale Golf and Country Club.

Population: 23,209 (2024). ZIP code: 95361. Area code: 209. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Area: 6.26 sq mi (16.22 km2).

FAQs

Is Oakdale, CA a Good Place to Live?

Living in Oakdale offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Oakdale and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Oakdale are above average.

Why is Oakdale, CA the Cowboy Capital?

The Oakdale Rodeo was the first outdoor rodeo in the Western United States, and since 1954, has been held, rain or shine. Oakdale earned the title “Cowboy Capital of the World” because of the number of successful Professional Rodeo Association cowboys who lived here. Today, the contestants, which have grown in number to over 400 and now include girl barrel racers, are often professional athletes instead of the ranch-born and bred contestants of the earlier days. 

What is the Crime Rate in Oakdale, CA?

The crime rate in Oakdale is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 18 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 Oakdale is 1 in 57. Based on FBI crime data, Oakdale is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Oakdale has a crime rate that is higher than 43% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Oakdale

Oakdale’s Recreation and Community Services Department

Get Fit

Fit Republic Gyms & Health Clubs 

CrossFit

Oakdale Recreation Area

Cottles Wood Park

The Cowboy Museum

Oakdale Museum & History Center

Oakdale Golf and Country Club

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