Facts About Salinas

General information about the city of Salinas in California's Monterey County. See also About Monterey County and our Salinas Travel Guide.

Quick Facts About Salinas
TYPE: Incorporated City and County Seat
DATE INCORPORATED: March 4, 1874
SIZE: About 23.7 square miles
POPULATION: Greater than 150,000
ELEVATION: 52 feet above sea level
POSTAL ZIP CODES: 93901, 93902, 93905, 93906, 93907, 93912, 93915
TELEPHONE AREA CODE: 831
COUNTY: Monterey County
REGION: Central Coast Region of California

City of Salinas
Official Web site for the government of the city of Salinas, California. Main Web site sections include How Do I, Our Government, Our City Services, For Residents, For Business, and For Visitors.

Wikipedia Introduction to Salinas
Article with facts and general information about Salinas. Includes the city's history, ethnology, geography, climate, demographics, crime, economy, arts, culture, points of interest, education, media, infrastructure, notable residents, and appearance in popular culture.

A Short History of Salinas California

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Salinas Travel Guide

About Monterey County

Central Coast of California

California for Visitors

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