Salida is a cdp located in Stanislaus County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 5.0 square miles (13.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 67 ft. With a population of approximately 12,560 residents, Salida offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 50.26% males and 49.74% females, and it has a population density of 501.99 people per square mile (966.02/km²). Salida lies at a latitude of 37.71 and a longitude of -121.09, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.2%), followed by English (6.4%), German (11.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 95368.