Manteca, city, San Joaquin County, central California; incorporated 1918. It is a residential and manufacturing center situated in an area of diversified agriculture; major products include processed food, glass items, and chemicals. The community was settled in the late 19th century as a shipping center for dairy products, and its name is derived from the Spanish word for butter, mantequilla. Population 24,925 (1980); 40,773 (1990); 49,258 (2000).Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001 http://encarta.msn.com © 1997-2001 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Manteca Information info Find out your Home's Value - Homes for Half Price
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