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San Ramon, California

Located in Contra Costa County, California, San Ramon was established in 1850. Chevron's global headquarters is in San Ramon. Part of Tri-Valley with Dublin, Pleasanton, and Livermore.
Founded 1850 | Population 85,000 | Peak 85,000 (2024) | County Contra Costa County

Top 10 Most Important Events for San Ramon, California

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1850Founded: San Ramon was founded as a railroad town in Contra Costa County.
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1856Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in San Ramon.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define San Ramon's character and economy.
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2001Chevron HQ: Chevron moves HQ here.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1850 Culture
Founded
1856 Transport
Railroad Era
1890 Culture
Higher Education
2001 Business
Chevron HQ

Did You Know?

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Chevron's global headquarters is in San Ramon.
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Part of Tri-Valley with Dublin, Pleasanton, and Livermore.
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Among safest and wealthiest cities in California.
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San Ramon is located in Contra Costa County, California.
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San Ramon was founded in 1850.
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