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South Yuba City, California
Location in Sutter County and the state of California
Location in Sutter County and the state of California
Country United States
State California
County Sutter
Area
 • Total 3.2 sq mi (8.4 km2)
 • Land 3.2 sq mi (8.4 km2)
 • Water 0 sq mi (0 km2)
Elevation
52 ft (16 m)
Population
 (2000)
 • Total 12,651
 • Density 3,953.4/sq mi (1,506.1/km2)
Time zone UTC-8 (Pacific (PST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-7 (PDT)
ZIP code
95991
Area code(s) 530
FIPS code 06-73472
GNIS feature ID 1867060

South Yuba City is a community in Sutter County, California, United States. It is not officially a city, but rather an unincorporated community. This means it is not governed by its own local city government.

South Yuba City was once known as a census-designated place (CDP). This is a special area created by the United States Census Bureau for gathering population data. In 2000, about 12,651 people lived here. The community is part of the larger Yuba City Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Where is South Yuba City?

South Yuba City is located in California. Its exact coordinates are 39 degrees, 6 minutes, 44 seconds North and 121 degrees, 38 minutes, 20 seconds West.

The United States Census Bureau says that the community covers a total area of about 3.2 square miles (8.4 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.

Who Lives in South Yuba City?

In 2000, there were 12,651 people living in South Yuba City. These people lived in over 4,000 homes. Most of these homes were families, including many with children under 18.

The community is home to a diverse group of people from many backgrounds. About 12% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.

The people living in South Yuba City range in age. About 30% of the population was under 18 years old. Around 29% were between 25 and 44 years old. About 11% were 65 years old or older. The average age in the community was 35 years.

Local Media

MySYtv.com is a website that provides television coverage of local events in the South Yuba City area.

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