Modesto is the county seat and largest city of Stanislaus County, California, United States. With a population of approximately 218,464 at the 2020 census, it is the 18th largest city in the state of California and forms part of the San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland Combined Statistical Area.

What is Modesto famous for?

Modesto is well known for its rich agricultural history – its county, Stanislaus, is in the top six of California counties in terms of farm production. Modesto's main farm products are almonds, milk, walnuts, chickens, and corn silage. In 2011, Stanislaus County grossed more than $3 billion in agricultural production.

Is Modesto CA a good place to live?

As far as Central Valley towns go, Modesto is a reasonably good place to live. The area around Graceada Park (just North of Downtown) has beautiful tree-lined streets with very nice older homes. Over the last decade or so, the downtown area has really been revitalized, with many good restaurants and bars.