Canby, California facts for kids
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Canby
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Location of Canby in Modoc County, California.
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 Canby
Location in California
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Modoc |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.32 sq mi (6.01 km2) |
| • Land | 2.29 sq mi (5.93 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) 1.79% |
| Elevation | 4,314 ft (1,315 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 183 |
| • Density | 79.88/sq mi (30.84/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP Code |
96015
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| Area code(s) | 530 |
| GNIS feature ID | 220535; 2582963 |
Canby is a small community located in Modoc County, California. It's about 17 miles (27 km) west of Alturas. The town sits at an elevation of 4,314 feet (1,315 meters) above sea level. As of 2020, Canby has a population of 183 people. Its ZIP Code is 96015, and the area code is 530.
Canby is known for the I'SOT religious community. This group displays beautiful nativity scenes along the town's main road, California State Route 299.
Discover Canby: A Small Town in California
Canby is officially a census-designated place. This means it's a community that looks like a town but isn't formally governed as one. It's a quiet spot in northeastern California.
Canby's Past: A Look at History
Canby has an interesting history, dating back to the late 1800s. The first post office opened here in 1874.
How Canby Got Its Name
The town was named to honor General Edward Canby. He was a military leader involved in the Modoc War. During a peace meeting, he was shot by the Modoc tribal leader, Captain Jack. This event led to a famous siege at Captain Jack's Stronghold.
Early Industries and Logging
For many years, Canby was a busy place for the timber industry. Until the late 1940s, it was home to the Big Lakes Box Company. It also served as a supply point for the Big Lakes Logging Camp. This camp was located in the Adin Mountains nearby.
California Historical Landmarks
Canby is close to two important California Historical Landmarks. These markers tell stories about the area's past.
- About 9.3 miles (15 km) northwest of Canby is Landmark #111. This marker points out a part of the Old Emigrant Trail. This trail was one of the earliest roads in northeastern California. You can still see parts of the old road bed today.
- About 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Canby is Landmark #125. This marker tells about an event from 1861. It remembers a fight involving stockmen named S. D. Evans, Sr. and Joe Bailey. They were moving cattle when they were attacked.
Canby's Environment: Geography and Climate
Canby is located in a scenic part of Modoc County. The area is mostly land, with a small amount of water.
Land and Water
The community covers about 2.3 square miles (6.0 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 98%, is land. The remaining small part is water.
Weather in Canby
Canby has a type of weather called a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. This means it has hot and dry summers. The average monthly temperatures usually stay below 71.6°F (22°C).
| Climate data for Canby | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 64 (18) |
73 (23) |
79 (26) |
85 (29) |
94 (34) |
100 (38) |
107 (42) |
103 (39) |
100 (38) |
91 (33) |
79 (26) |
64 (18) |
107 (42) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 43.3 (6.3) |
46.7 (8.2) |
54.0 (12.2) |
60.4 (15.8) |
69.5 (20.8) |
78.9 (26.1) |
87.2 (30.7) |
86.8 (30.4) |
79.5 (26.4) |
68.2 (20.1) |
50.9 (10.5) |
42.8 (6.0) |
64.0 (17.8) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 19.3 (−7.1) |
21.7 (−5.7) |
25.0 (−3.9) |
29.4 (−1.4) |
36.5 (2.5) |
41.9 (5.5) |
47.2 (8.4) |
45.8 (7.7) |
38.5 (3.6) |
29.8 (−1.2) |
23.9 (−4.5) |
19.8 (−6.8) |
31.6 (−0.2) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −23 (−31) |
−33 (−36) |
−6 (−21) |
12 (−11) |
19 (−7) |
23 (−5) |
29 (−2) |
27 (−3) |
17 (−8) |
−3 (−19) |
−20 (−29) |
−26 (−32) |
−33 (−36) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 1.67 (42) |
1.62 (41) |
1.68 (43) |
1.27 (32) |
1.40 (36) |
0.93 (24) |
0.22 (5.6) |
0.36 (9.1) |
0.58 (15) |
1.17 (30) |
2.00 (51) |
2.11 (54) |
15.01 (382.7) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 4.3 (11) |
2.6 (6.6) |
3.2 (8.1) |
2.0 (5.1) |
0.2 (0.51) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.1 (0.25) |
1.5 (3.8) |
4.8 (12) |
18.7 (47.36) |
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Canby's People: Demographics
The population of Canby has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 315 people living here. By 2020, the population was 183.
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| 2020 | 183 | — | |
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Who Lives in Canby?
According to the 2010 Census, most residents were White. There were also small numbers of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. Some people identified with two or more races. About 7.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Age
In 2010, there were 62 households in Canby. About 24% of these households had children under 18. The average household had about 2.48 people.
The population was spread across different age groups. About 27.6% of residents were under 18. About 15.9% were 65 years or older. The median age in Canby was 36.2 years.
See also
In Spanish: Canby (California) para niños
