Berkeley, California
Berkeley: The fourth most populous city in Alameda County, California. It is located on the San Francisco Bay in the East Bay region of California. Berkeley is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of California, Berkeley and the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive.
About
Berkeley is a city located in the county of Alameda in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 112,580. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 122,726 inhabitants.
The city was created 158 years ago in 1865.
Berkeley is a city on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay in northern California. As home to the University of California, Berkeley, it is the principal city of the East Bay region.
History
Berkeley was incorporated as a town in 1878 and named for Irish philosopher George Berkeley. It was chosen as the site of the University of California in 1866, spurring growth.
Berkeley later became a center of counterculture and student activism in the 1960s. This shaped its identity as a socially progressive and intellectual enclave in the Bay Area.
Today the city is known for progressive politics, innovation, academic excellence, culture, and arts – trademark “Berkeley” values.
Economy
As home to UC Berkeley, the university and its affiliates are the top employer. Other major employers are Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Bayer Corporation, Berkeley Unified School District, and the City of Berkeley.
Biotech, computer software, and clean energy are thriving sectors. Tourism, retail, and restaurants also contribute significantly to Berkeley's economy.
Attractions
Popular sites include the UC Berkeley campus, Gourmet Ghetto dining district, Lawrence Hall of Science, Berkeley Marina, and UC Botanical Garden.
The city hosts vibrant cultural events year-round like the annual Berkeley Kite Festival on the shoreline at Cesar Chavez Park. Performing arts thrive at venues like the Berkeley Repertory Theatre.
Berkeley's unique character, educated populace, prosperous economy, and progressive values have solidified its reputation as a world-class city on the doorstep of San Francisco.
Quick Facts about Berkeley
| Population : | 122,726 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | California (United States) |
| County : | Alameda County |
| Head of government : | President of the Town Board of Trustees of Berkeley, mayor of Berkeley, California |
| Postal code : | 94702, 94703, 94704 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 510 |
| Official name : | Berkeley |
| Water as percent of area : | 40.83% |
| Land as percent of area : | 59.17% |
| Named for : | George Berkeley |
| Altitude : | 171 feet / 52 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1866 (158 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Pacific Time Zone, UTC−07:00, UTC−08:00 |
| Local time : | 06:56:13 (21st December 2024) |
| Population growth : | 8.27% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Berkeley is located at 37°52'18"N 122°16'22"W (37.8715900, -122.2727500). It has 2 neighbors: Ocean View and Piedmont.
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Berkeley has 2 neighbours.
- Ocean View City in Sussex County, Delaware, United States
- Piedmont city in California
Demographics
The population of Berkeley increased by 8.27% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 112,580 | - | census |
| 2011 | 113,968 | 1.22% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 115,309 | 1.16% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 116,944 | 1.4% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 118,697 | 1.48% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 120,749 | 1.7% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 121,547 | 0.66% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 122,164 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 121,663 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 121,363 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 122,726 | 1.11% | estimation process |
Where ot Eat in Berkeley
1 Claremont Club & Spa - A Fairmont Hotel
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2 Hotel Shattuck Plaza
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3 Graduate Berkeley
2600 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 The Faculty Club
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Where to Stay in Berkeley
1 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA 94710, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Berkeley
920 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94710, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Berkeley City Club
2315 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Rose Garden Inn
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5 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Berkeley, an IHG Hotel
1175 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Berkeley
1 Office of Vital Statistics - City of Berkeley
1947 Center St, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 City of Berkeley - Civic Center
2180 Milvia St, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Berkeley Community Media
2239 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Berkeley Planning & Development Department
1947 Center St 3rd Floor, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 City of Berkeley Public Health Division
1947 Center St, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States ➦ Show Map
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6 Berkeley City Council
2180 Milvia St, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States ➦ Show Map
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7 Old Berkeley City Hall
2134 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94703, United States ➦ Show Map
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8 USDA
800 Buchanan St, Berkeley, CA 94710, United States ➦ Show Map
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9 Berkeley Business License Department
1947 Center St #100, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States ➦ Show Map
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10 City of Berkeley: Human Resources Department
2180 Milvia St 1st floor, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Berkeley (200)
People born in Berkeley, including Austrian musician Michael Schnitzler, cryptographer Ralph Merkle, German biologist Tobias Bonhoeffer, .
List
- Frank Chin (American writer) he was born in 25/02/1940
- Ursula K. Le Guin (American fantasy and science fiction author (1929-2018)) she was born in 21/10/1929
- Rebecca Romijn (American actress and model) she was born in 06/11/1972
- Nicole Richie (American television personality and actress) she was born in 21/09/1981
- Nina Hartley (American movie actress, sex educator, and feminist) she was born in 11/03/1959
- Robin Hobb (American fiction writer (pseudonym)) she was born in 05/03/1952
- Kathleen Kennedy (American film producer) she was born in 05/06/1953
- Melissa Sue Anderson (actress) she was born in 26/09/1962
- Karen Grassle (American actress) she was born in 25/02/1944
- Jane Sibbett (American actress) she was born in 28/11/1962
- Chelsea Quinn Yarbro (American writer) she was born in 15/09/1942
- Daniel Wu (American actor and film director based in Hong Kong) he was born in 30/09/1974
- Brett Jackson (American baseball player) he was born in 02/08/1988
- Kim Vandenberg (American swimmer, Olympic bronze medalist, Pan American Games gold medalist) she was born in 13/12/1983
- Rockmond Dunbar (American actor) he was born in 11/01/1973
- Andy Samberg (American comedian and actor) he was born in 18/08/1978
- John Fogerty (American musician, songwriter) he was born in 28/05/1945
- Curtis T. McMullen (American mathematician and Fields medallist) he was born in 21/05/1957
Schools in Berkeley
College & universities near Berkeley, CA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 486488 | California Jazz Conservatory | Berkeley (CA) | 94704-1268 |
| 125170 | Berkeley City College | Berkeley (CA) | 94704 |
| 384306 | Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College-Berkeley | Berkeley (CA) | 94704 |
| 123916 | Starr King School for the Ministry | Berkeley (CA) | 94709-1209 |
| 120795 | Pacific School of Religion | Berkeley (CA) | 94709 |
Stations (46)
Amtrak & bus stations near Berkeley, CA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BKY | Berkeley station | University Ave. and Third St. | RAIL |
| EMY | Emeryville station | 5885 Horton Street | RAIL |
| OKJ | Oakland – Jack London Square station | 245 Second Street | RAIL |
| RIC | Richmond station | 1700 Nevin Avenue | RAIL |
| SFF | San Francisco (Financial), California | 5 Embarcadero Center | BUS |
Post offices near Berkeley
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Post Office | Berkeley (CA) | 94704 |
| North Berkeley Post Office | Berkeley (CA) | 94709 |
| Sather Ga Post Office | Berkeley (CA) | 94704 |
| A Station Berkeley Post Office | Berkeley (CA) | 94702 |
| Landsca Post Office | Berkeley (CA) | 94707 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Berkeley , Missouri suburb of St. Louis in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States with a population of 8,892 people.
- Berkeley , Illinois village in Cook County, Illinois, United States of America with a population of 4,985 people.
Other cities in Alameda County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Alameda County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland | 424,891 | The third most populous city in California, Oakland is a major center for business, manufacturing, and culture. |
| Fremont | 234,569 | The fifth most populous city in California. |
| Hayward | 157,966 | The seventh most populous city in Alameda County, California. |
| Livermore | 91,617 | A city in Alameda County, California. |
| San Leandro | 89,161 | A city in Alameda County, California. |
| Pleasanton | 80,247 | A city in Alameda County, California. |
| Alameda | 78,841 | A city in Alameda County, California. |
| Union City | 74,107 | A city in Placer County, California. |
| Dublin | 66,936 | The most populous city in Alameda County, California. |
| Castro Valley | 61,388 | A city in Alameda County, California. |
| Newark | 49,699 | A city in Alameda County, California. |
| Ashland | 21,925 | City in Boyd County, Kentucky, United States |
| Albany | 20,031 | City in Alameda County, California, United States |
| Cherryland | 14,728 | Census designated place |
| Emeryville | 11,875 | City in the United States state of California |
| Piedmont | 11,335 | City in California |
Distance to Other Cities
Berkeley distances to largest California cities
