Hamilton City, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hamilton City
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Location in Glenn County and the state of California
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 Hamilton City, California
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Glenn |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.312 sq mi (0.807 km2) |
| • Land | 0.312 sq mi (0.807 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,759 |
| • Density | 5,638/sq mi (2,179.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
95951
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| Area code(s) | 530 |
| FIPS code | 06-31890 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1658701 |
Hamilton City is a small community in Glenn County, California, United States. It is also known as a census-designated place (CDP). In 2010, about 1,759 people lived there.
Hamilton City is located about 9.5 miles (15 km) east of Orland. It is also 10 miles (16 km) west of Chico. The town sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 m) above sea level. The local phone area code is 530 and the ZIP Code is 95951.
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What Makes Hamilton City Special?
Hamilton City is located right along the Sacramento River. This river is a very important waterway in California.
Local Landmarks and Education
Hamilton Union High School is a well-known school in the area. It is famous for its sports teams and its programs about farming. The school has also been recognized as a California Distinguished School.
You can see the large silos of the old Holly Sugar Plant from almost anywhere in town. This plant used to process sugar beets. It was once served by the California Northern Railroad.
"Las Palmas," also called Palm Drive or County Road 16, is a famous road to locals. It is about 2.1 miles (3.4 km) long. This road used to connect Hamilton City to the Mills Orchards. These orchards were originally owned by James Mills, Sr. and his family.
Where is Hamilton City Located?
Hamilton City is a small area, covering about 0.3 square miles (0.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Hamilton City's Climate
Hamilton City has a type of weather called a Mediterranean climate. This means it has warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. On climate maps, this is shown as "Csa."
How Hamilton City Started
The town of Hamilton City began in 1905. It started because a large sugar beet processing plant was built there. James Hamilton and the Alta California Sugar Beet Company founded the plant. It was finished in 1906. The company later changed its name to Sacramento Valley Sugar Company in 1908.
The Sugar Plant's Journey
The sugar plant later became part of the Holly Sugar Corporation. Even today, many people still call it the Holly Sugar Plant. Holly Sugar was sold to Spreckels Sugar Company in 1936. Later, Spreckels was bought by Imperial Sugar.
The sugar plant closed down in 2006. However, in 2021, a company called Nutrien bought and updated it. Nutrien is a company that makes fertilizer.
Early Community Development
The first post office in Hamilton City opened in 1906. As more people moved to the town, the local cemetery had to be moved. It was relocated to a new spot about 10 miles north of Artois, California, to make room for new buildings.
Who Lives in Hamilton City?
In 2010, the population of Hamilton City was 1,759 people. This was a bit less than the 1,903 people who lived there in 2000.
Population Details (2010)
The population density was about 5,642.8 people per square mile (2,178.7 people per square kilometer). Many different groups of people live in Hamilton City. About 84.7% of the people were of Hispanic or Latino background.
The average household in Hamilton City had about 3.45 people living in it. The average family size was about 3.66 people.
Age Groups
The population included many young people. About 30.1% of the people were under 18 years old. About 9.9% of the people were 65 years or older. The average age in Hamilton City was 29.6 years.
Education in Hamilton City
The Hamilton Union High School District and Hamilton Union Elementary School Districts joined together in 2009. They became the Hamilton Unified School District.
School Leadership and Campuses
Ray Odom was the first Superintendent of the new Hamilton Unified School District. He used to be the Principal and Superintendent of Hamilton Union High School. Mr. Odom retired in 2011.
Currently, Jeremy Powell is the Superintendent. Cris Oseguera is the current High School Principal. The Hamilton Unified School District includes several schools:
- Hamilton High School
- Hamilton Elementary School
- Ella Barkley High School
- Hamilton Adult School
- Hamilton High Community Day School
- Hamilton Elementary Community Day School
Emergency Services
Hamilton City has important services to keep its residents safe.
Law Enforcement
The Glenn County Sheriff's Department is in charge of law enforcement. They help keep the peace and respond to emergencies.
Fire Services
Fire services are provided by the Hamilton City Fire Protection District. This district covers the town and the areas around it. They also have agreements to help other fire departments nearby. These include Butte County Fire, the Capay Volunteer Fire Department, and Ord Bend Volunteer Fire Department.
The Fire District has a full-time fire chief, a part-time division chief, and many volunteer firefighters. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection in Red Bluff helps with dispatching calls for the Hamilton City Fire Protection District.
Famous People from Hamilton City
Hamilton City is home to some well-known athletes!
- Kyle Lohse - A professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for teams like the Milwaukee Brewers. He went to Hamilton Union High School.
- Rigoberto Sanchez - A professional football punter for the Indianapolis Colts in the NFL. He also attended Hamilton Union High School.
See also
In Spanish: Hamilton City (California) para niños
