Greenhorn, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Greenhorn
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Location in Plumas County and the state of California
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 Greenhorn, California
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Plumas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.711 sq mi (17.381 km2) |
| • Land | 6.711 sq mi (17.381 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 4,436 ft (1,352 m) |
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| • Total | 247 |
| • Density | 36.81/sq mi (14.211/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
95971
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| Area code(s) | 530 |
| FIPS code | 06-31029 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1853393 |
Greenhorn is a small community in Plumas County, California, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for census purposes, but it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. In 2020, about 247 people lived there.
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Greenhorn: A Small Place in California
Greenhorn is located in the beautiful state of California. It's nestled within Plumas County. This area is known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities.
Where is Greenhorn?
Greenhorn is found at specific geographic coordinates. These are like its exact address on a map. It is located at 39.905794 degrees North and 120.748665 degrees West.
The total area of Greenhorn is about 6.7 square miles (17.4 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its boundaries.
Who Lives in Greenhorn?
Greenhorn is a small community with a changing population. The number of people living there has grown over the years.
Population Changes Over Time
In 2000, Greenhorn had 146 residents. By 2010, the population grew to 236 people. The latest count in 2020 showed 247 people living in Greenhorn. This shows that more people are choosing to live in this quiet area.
A Look at the Community
In 2010, most of the people in Greenhorn were White. There were also smaller numbers of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. Some people identified with two or more races. About 9.3% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino background.
Most people in Greenhorn live in family homes. In 2010, there were 106 households. Many of these were married couples. Some households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.23 people.
The ages of people in Greenhorn vary. In 2010, about 18.2% of the population was under 18 years old. About 18.2% were 65 or older. The median age was around 46.9 years. This means half the people were younger and half were older than 46.9.
Most of the homes in Greenhorn are owned by the people who live in them. In 2010, about 89.6% of the homes were owner-occupied. The rest were rented. This suggests a stable community where people tend to settle down.
See also
In Spanish: Greenhorn (California) para niños
