Merced County is a county located in the Central Valley of California.
It is part of the San Joaquin Valley region and is known for its strong agricultural industry and growing communities. The county seat is the City of Merced, which is also home to the University of California, Merced.
ZIP code: 95340, 95341, 95344, and 95348 Elevation: Approximately 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level (in Merced city area; varies by location within the county) Population: 281,202 (2020 census) Area code: 559