Central California is an exciting and vibrant place to live, work, and play! We are perfectly situated in the heart of California and poised to take in all that it has to offer. Living in, or around, the cities of Fresno and Clovis allows residents to bask in over 300 sunny days per year and enjoy a mild climate with an average high of 50s in the winter and 90s in the summer.
Central California is often referred to as the San Joaquin Valley or Central Valley and we enjoy the benefits of a rich agricultural history and our current status as the number one agricultural producer in the nation. Our valley produces a wide variety of food sources (more than 350) that feed the world; some of our largest exports are milk, grapes, raisins, almonds, and tomatoes. We enjoy locally run farmer’s markets year round where we can pick the freshest food possible for our families and enjoy an unmatched taste of quality produce.
Fresno is the fifth largest city in the California with over a half a million residents and a wonderfully vibrant and diverse culture. The city of Clovis blends beautifully with its larger neighbor Fresno. Clovis’ population sits just under 100,000 and enjoys a rich history.Recently ranked as the Best City in California for Young Families, Clovis has award winning schools, close-knit neighborhoods, and a wonderful community of locally run businesses that provide all of the services and shopping you could ask for. Fresno and Clovis both boast some of the best and most affordable housing markets in California. Whether you prefer an urban loft in Fresno’s downtown area, a sprawling house in the country, or an excellent suburb community; we have all the choices you could ask for here.
In your free time, be prepared for an amazing adventure in our community and California at large. Fresno and Clovis claim the distinct pleasure of being perfectly situated at the base of three of our country’s beautiful national parks Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon. Our natural landscape includes lush countryside, more rivers than any other county in California, lakes, mountains and foothills. The opportunities for outdoor sports and recreation are endless and perfectly supported by our geography. The cities of Fresno and Clovis are home to numerous wineries, entertainment, sport, and art venues, and countless culturally diverse restaurants – a foodie will definitely enjoy our menu options paired with our unmatchable fresh produce.
Exploring all that Fresno, Clovis, and surrounding cities have to offer will take some time. However, you can’t ignore the wonderful playground that is also just outside our own backyard. Los Angeles, San Francisco, Monterey, Pismo Beach and Sacramento (to name a few) are just a quick ride away. Weekend trips are a quick, convenient and fun getaway!
We love our community. It is diverse, colorful, and exciting … though most importantly, it is home for the employees of Community Medical Centers. We invite you to explore the links to our city's visitor centers for guides, local events, and more information about our communities. We love it here and think that you will too!