Yountville, California facts for kids
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Yountville, California
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.jpg)  .JPG) .jpg) Clockwise: Veterans Home of California Yountville; The French Laundry; Bouchon Bakery; Rovegno House
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Location in Napa County and the state of California
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Napa |
| Incorporated | February 4, 1965 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.49 sq mi (3.86 km2) |
| • Land | 1.49 sq mi (3.85 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,436 |
| • Density | 2,306/sq mi (890.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
94599
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| Area code(s) | 707 |
| FIPS code | 06-86930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1652660 |
Yountville (/ˈjɔːntvɪl/ or /ˈjaʊntvɪl/) is a small town in Napa County, California. It is located in the famous Wine Country region of the United States. Yountville is part of the North Bay area, which is near the San Francisco Bay Area.
In 2020, about 3,436 people lived in Yountville. A large part of the town's population lives at the Veterans Home of California. Yountville is a popular place for tourists. Many people visit for its beautiful wineries and its very famous restaurant, The French Laundry. This restaurant has received special awards called Michelin stars.
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History of Yountville
The town was first called Sebastopol in 1855.
However, another town in nearby Sonoma County already had the name Sebastopol. So, in 1867, the town was renamed Yountville. This new name honored George C. Yount after he passed away. George C. Yount was important because he started the very first vineyard in the Napa Valley.
Geography and Climate
Yountville is found within the beautiful Napa Valley. This area is part of the North Bay region in Northern California.
The United States Census Bureau says that Yountville covers about 4.0 square kilometers (1.49 square miles). All of this area is land.
On September 3, 2000, a moderate earthquake with a strength of 5.2 happened in Yountville.
Yountville's Weather
| Climate data for Yountville, California | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 56 (13) |
62 (17) |
65 (18) |
70 (21) |
76 (24) |
83 (28) |
87 (31) |
87 (31) |
85 (29) |
77 (25) |
65 (18) |
56 (13) |
72 (22) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 38 (3) |
40 (4) |
42 (6) |
43 (6) |
47 (8) |
51 (11) |
53 (12) |
52 (11) |
51 (11) |
47 (8) |
42 (6) |
38 (3) |
45 (7) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 6.02 (153) |
6.15 (156) |
4.39 (112) |
1.78 (45) |
1.06 (27) |
.19 (4.8) |
0 (0) |
.09 (2.3) |
.24 (6.1) |
1.64 (42) |
3.86 (98) |
6.21 (158) |
31.63 (804.2) |
Yountville has a mild climate. Summers are warm and dry. Winters are cool and wet.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 256 | — | |
| 1890 | 231 | −9.8% | |
| 1970 | 2,332 | — | |
| 1980 | 2,893 | 24.1% | |
| 1990 | 3,259 | 12.7% | |
| 2000 | 2,916 | −10.5% | |
| 2010 | 2,933 | 0.6% | |
| 2020 | 3,436 | 17.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Yountville has changed over the years. In 1880, only 256 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown to 3,436.
Population in 2010
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According to the 2010 census, Yountville had 2,933 people. Most residents were White (89.4%). About 9.9% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
Many people (66.3%) lived in regular homes. About 31.6% lived in places like the Veterans Home. The average number of people in a household was 1.85.
The town had a lot of older residents. About 48.7% of the population was 65 years old or older. The average age was 64.0 years.
Economy and Jobs
Yountville has several important employers. The Veterans Home of California is one of the biggest. Another major employer is The Vintage Estate. The famous winery Domaine Chandon California is also very close to the town.
Arts, Culture, and Fun Things to Do
Yountville is known for its amazing food and interesting places to visit.
Famous Restaurants
The French Laundry is a world-famous restaurant in Yountville. It was started by Sally Schmitt in 1978. Now, chef Thomas Keller owns it. This restaurant has earned three Michelin stars. It has even been called the "best restaurant in the world" more than once!
Yountville is also home to another Michelin-starred restaurant called Bouchon. Because of these great restaurants, Yountville has more Michelin stars per person than any other place in North America.
Places to Visit
- Bespoke Collection: A place to explore art and wine.
- Napa Valley Museum: Learn about the history and culture of the Napa Valley.
- Lincoln Theatre: A local theater for performances.
- The Yountville American Viticultural Area: This is a special area known for growing grapes for wine.
- Veterans Memorial Grove Cemetery: A quiet place to remember veterans.
- George C. Yount Pioneer Cemetery: An old cemetery named after the town's founder.
- Vine Trail Bike Path: A great path for biking and walking.
See also
In Spanish: Yountville para niños
