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Tracy, California

Located in San Joaquin County, California, Tracy was established in 1878. Tracy is one of the most affordable Bay Area commuter cities via the Altamont Pass. Grew from 56,000 in 2000 to nearly 97,000 today.

Founded 1878 | Population 97,000 | Peak 97,000 (2024) | County San Joaquin County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Tracy, California

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1878 Railroad Town: Central Pacific Railroad creates community.

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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Tracy's identity and economy.

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2000 Bay Area Commuter Growth: Affordable housing draws SF/Oakland commuters.

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2018 ACE Train Service: Altamont Corridor Express connects to Bay Area.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1878 Transport

Railroad Town

1942 Government

Military Presence

2000 Business

Bay Area Commuter Growth

2018 Transport

ACE Train Service

Did You Know?

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Tracy is one of the most affordable Bay Area commuter cities via the Altamont Pass.

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Grew from 56,000 in 2000 to nearly 97,000 today.

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Known for its hot summers in the Central Valley.

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Tracy is located in San Joaquin County, California.

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Tracy was founded in 1878.

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