Plymouth, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Plymouth
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Main Street in Plymouth
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Gateway to Shenandoah Valley
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 Plymouth, California
Location in California
Plymouth, California
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Amador |
| Settled | 1853 |
| Incorporated | February 8, 1917 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.60 sq mi (6.74 km2) |
| • Land | 2.59 sq mi (6.71 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) 1.34% |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,078 |
| • Density | 414.6/sq mi (159.94/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (PST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
95669
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| Area code(s) | 209 |
| FIPS code | 06-57834 |
| GNIS feature IDs | 277579, 2411446 |
Plymouth is a small city in Amador County, California, United States. It was once known by names like Puckerville and Pokerville. The city was first settled in 1853 during the exciting time of the gold rush.
Today, Plymouth is often called the "Gateway to Shenandoah Valley". This area is famous for its many vineyards and delicious wines. Plymouth is also proud to host the top Country County Fair in California. It is a friendly community that loves its quiet, rural way of life.
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Geography of Plymouth
Plymouth is located at 38°28′55″N 120°50′41″W / 38.48194°N 120.84472°W. It is in a beautiful part of California.
The city covers a total area of about 6.74 square kilometers (2.60 square miles). Most of this area, about 98.66 percent, is land. The rest, a small 1.34 percent, is water.
History of Plymouth
Plymouth has a rich history, especially from the gold rush era. A post office was opened in the town in 1871. The city officially became an incorporated city in 1917.
The Plymouth Trading Post is a very important historical site. It is recognized as California Historical Landmark #41. This means it is a special place that helps us remember the past.
Plymouth's Climate
Plymouth has a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. This type of climate means the city usually has hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. It's a pleasant climate for growing grapes and other crops.
Population of Plymouth
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 740 | — | |
| 1890 | 768 | 3.8% | |
| 1920 | 657 | — | |
| 1930 | 343 | −47.8% | |
| 1940 | 460 | 34.1% | |
| 1950 | 382 | −17.0% | |
| 1960 | 489 | 28.0% | |
| 1970 | 501 | 2.5% | |
| 1980 | 699 | 39.5% | |
| 1990 | 811 | 16.0% | |
| 2000 | 980 | 20.8% | |
| 2010 | 1,005 | 2.6% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 1,076 | 7.1% | |
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The population of Plymouth was 1,005 people at the 2010 census. By 2020, the population had grown to 1,078 people.
Who Lives in Plymouth?
In 2010, most people living in Plymouth were White (84.6%). There were also smaller groups of African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. About 18.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Most people in Plymouth live in family homes. In 2010, there were 403 households. Many of these households (32.3%) had children under 18 living there. The average household had about 2.47 people.
The age of people in Plymouth varies. In 2010, about 23.7% of the population was under 18 years old. About 15.4% of residents were 65 years or older. The average age was around 40.1 years.
See also
In Spanish: Plymouth (California) para niños
