what county is chowchilla ca in
Homefacts City Report. Chowchilla is located in Madera County, CA. The population is 18,427, making Chowchilla the 2nd largest city in Madera County. There are 11 public schools in Chowchilla with an average Homefacts rating of C+. The total crime rate for Chowchilla is very low, and there are 31 registered sex offenders residing in the city.