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Petaluma

Petaluma

Residents are committed to maintaining historical richness.

Welcome to Petaluma

Located on Highway 101, south of Santa Rosa and north of Novato, Petaluma embodies the small-town charm that appeals to so many. Sunset Magazine described the downtown area as a "well-watered, well-fertilized, mature Main Street USA." Residents are committed to maintaining the historical richness and colorful heritage of their town, which was chartered in 1858.
 
Petaluma figured prominently in the Gold Rush days because of its riverfront location. It was relatively unaffected by the 1906 earthquake; consequently, several buildings boast a history of a century and a half. Downtown Petaluma is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as are an additional 65 historical properties.
 
Hometown pride comes to the forefront frequently in the many fairs and festivals held throughout the year, the premiere event being the Butter and Egg Day Parade. More than 3,000 residents are involved in this unconventional yet highly entertaining event.
 
The Petaluma Village Premium Outlets attract shoppers from far and wide with nearly 50 shops available from Ann Taylor to Brooks Brothers. For railroad hobbyists, the Petaluma Trolley Living History Museum is a must-see, and plans are afoot for the restoration of the Petaluma Trolley.
 
The hometown quality may be familiar to movie buffs. Peggy Sue Got Married, Phenomenon, Flubber, Pleasantville, and Cheaper by the Dozen were all filmed, at least in part, in Petaluma.

Overview for Petaluma, CA

60,050 people live in Petaluma, where the median age is 42.8 and the average individual income is $50,664. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

60,050

Total Population

42.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$50,664

Average individual Income

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Demographics and Employment Data for Petaluma, CA

Petaluma has 22,756 households, with an average household size of 2.61. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Petaluma do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 60,050 people call Petaluma home. The population density is 4,165.88 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

60,050

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.8

Median Age

49.91 / 50.09%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
22,756

Total Households

2.61

Average Household Size

$50,664

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

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Single
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Petaluma, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Petaluma. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Around Petaluma, CA

There's plenty to do around Petaluma, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Very Walkable
Walking Score
61
Bikeable
Bike Score
42
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Caggiano Company, Word Horde Emporium of the Weird & Fantastic, and Capoeira Petaluma.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $$ 2.61 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 1.53 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.14 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.3 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.95 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 0.54 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars

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