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Citrus Heights, CA 

Citrus Heights is a city in Sacramento County, California, United States. As of the 2020 U.S. Census, the city had a population of 87,583, up from 83,301 at the 2010 U.S. Census. Citrus Heights voters approved the measure to incorporate the City on November 5, 1996, effective January 1, 1997. The measure won, with 62.5% of the votes. The city incorporated on January 2, 1997 (January 1 according to the official city website), becoming the fifth city in Sacramento County.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 14.22 square miles (36.8 km2), all land.

Citrus Heights voters approved the measure to incorporate the City on November 5, 1996, effective January 1, 1997. The measure won, with 62.5% of the votes. The city incorporated on January 2, 1997 (January 1 according to the official city website), becoming the fifth city in Sacramento County.

At the 2010 census, Citrus Heights had a population of 83,301. The population density was 5,854.6 inhabitants per square mile (2,260.5/km2). The racial makeup of Citrus Heights was 66,856 (80.3%) White, 2,751 (3.3%) African American, 753 (0.9%) Native American, 2,714 (3.3%) Asian (1.2% Filipino, 0.4% Indian, 0.4% Chinese, 0.3% Japanese, 0.2% Vietnamese, 0.4% Other), 363 (0.4%) Pacific Islander, 5,348 (6.4%) from other races, and 4,516 (5.4%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 13,734 persons (16.5%).

The census reported that 82,815 people (99.4% of the population) lived in households, 304 (0.4%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters, and 182 (0.2%) were institutionalized.

There were 32,686 households, 10,452 (32.0%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 14,241 (43.6%) were opposite-sex married couples living together, 4,689 (14.3%) had a female householder with no husband present, 2,027 (6.2%) had a male householder with no wife present. There were 2,653 (8.1%) unmarried opposite-sex partnerships, and 252 (0.8%) same-sex married couples or partnerships. 8,860 households (27.1%) were one person and 3,280 (10.0%) had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.53. There were 20,957 families (64.1% of households); the average family size was 3.08.

Citrus Heights gives importance to health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Citrus Heights’ Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, Gold's Gym Citrus Heights, and Crunch Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Citrus Heights, such as the Stock Ranch Nature Preserve and the Arcade Creek Park Preserve. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Citrus Heights, CA are Rusch Community Park, Arcade Creek Park Preserve, and Roseville Golfland Sunsplash.

Population: 86,239 (2023). ZIP codes: 95610, 95611 (PO Box only), 95621. Area code: 916, 279. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m) Area: 14.22 sq mi (36.82 km2)

FAQs

Is Citrus Heights, CA a good place to live?

Living in Citrus Heights offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Citrus Heights there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families live in Citrus Heights and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Citrus Heights are above average. 

Is Citrus Heights, CA a town or city?

The seismic stability of Citrus Heights which distinguishes it from much of coastal California, undoubtedly contributed to its growth and maturation. After existing as an unincorporated area of northeastern Sacramento County for nearly 100 years, Citrus Heights became an independent city offering local municipal services in January 1997. Unchanged, however, is our traditional Citrus Heights hospitality.

Is Citrus Heights, CA expensive?

The median home price in Citrus Heights is $464,475 with a median price per sqft of $351. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Citrus Heights to be 138.7% of the national average. This makes it one of the more expensive cities in the US.

Sources 

Wikipedia 

City of Citrus Heights

Citrus Heights’ Recreation and Community Services Department

Planet Fitness

Gold's Gym Citrus Heights 

Crunch Fitness

Rusch Community Park

Arcade Creek Park Preserve

Roseville Golfland Sunsplash

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Citrusheights.net

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