Explore Soledad local geography, civic resources and voter guides, with dated official population and registration facts for Monterey County.
At a glance: Soledad is an incorporated city in Monterey County. Population: 27,065 (California Department of Finance estimate as of January 1, 2026). Registered voters: 9,163 (California Secretary of State, as of September 4, 2026).
Soledad lies in the Salinas Valley beside Highway 101, with farmland extending toward the surrounding mountain ranges. It is a practical gateway for travel toward the Pinnacles area, rather than a coastal destination. The Soledad Community Center anchors indoor recreation and gathering space. Neighborhood resources include San Antonio Park, Orchard Lane Park, and Rotary Park, each with its own location and reservation information. Soledad incorporated on March 9, 1921. It is a general-law city with a council-manager government, providing municipal administration from Main Street.
The Parks and Recreation Department publishes reservation information for individual parks and provides an application process.
Yes. The city lists gymnasium and multipurpose-room rental options, subject to current availability and conditions.
Use Monterey County Elections rather than assuming a neighborhood park or community facility is a voting site.
9,163 (California Secretary of State, as of September 4, 2026).
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