Diamond Springs, California facts for kids
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Diamond Springs
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Location in El Dorado County and the state of California
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 Diamond Springs, California
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | El Dorado |
| Area | |
| • Total | 16.71 sq mi (43.29 km2) |
| • Land | 16.64 sq mi (43.10 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) 0.42% |
| Elevation | 1,791 ft (546 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 11,345 |
| • Density | 681.79/sq mi (263.24/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
95619
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| Area code(s) | 530 |
| FIPS code | 06-19220 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0277499 |
| Reference no. | 487 |
Diamond Springs is a small community in El Dorado County, California. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a special area set up by the United States Census Bureau for gathering population information. Diamond Springs is part of the larger Sacramento metropolitan area.
In 2020, about 11,345 people lived here. The town is also recognized as California Historical Landmark number 487. It sits at an elevation of about 1,791 feet (546 meters) above sea level.
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History of Diamond Springs
How Diamond Springs Got Its Name
Diamond Springs was settled in 1848. The town got its name from the very clear, sparkling springs found in the area. These springs looked like diamonds, which is how the name "Diamond Springs" came to be.
Gold Rush Days
This area was one of the richest places for finding gold during the California Gold Rush. One of the biggest gold nuggets ever found in El Dorado County, weighing 25 pounds, came from here!
Growth and Importance
The town was most active around 1851. Even after the Gold Rush, Diamond Springs remained important. It continued to grow through its production of lumber and lime, and also through farming.
Post Office History
A post office was first set up in Diamond Spring in 1853. The name of the post office was officially changed to Diamond Springs in 1950.
Geography of Diamond Springs
Where is Diamond Springs Located?
Diamond Springs is located in El Dorado County, California. It is a beautiful area with a mix of land and a small amount of water.
Size of the Area
The community covers a total area of about 16.7 square miles (43.3 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 16.6 square miles (43.1 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.1 square miles (0.19 square kilometers), is water.
People of Diamond Springs
Population Numbers
In 2010, the population of Diamond Springs was 11,037 people. By 2020, the population had grown to 11,345 people.
Who Lives Here?
Most of the people living in Diamond Springs are White, making up about 88.3% of the population in 2010. There are also smaller groups of people from other backgrounds, including Native American, Asian, and African American residents. About 12.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino in 2010.
Age Groups
The population of Diamond Springs includes people of all ages. In 2010, about 20.4% of the people were under 18 years old. About 22.1% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in Diamond Springs was about 47.1 years old.
Homes and Households
There were about 4,579 homes in Diamond Springs in 2010. Most of these homes, about 72.1%, were owned by the people living in them. The rest were rented.
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