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Citrus Heights, California

Located in Sacramento County, California, Citrus Heights was established in 1941. Named for the citrus orchards that once dotted the area. One of California's newest cities, incorporating in 1997.
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Founded 1941 | Population 90,700 | Peak 90,700 (2024) | County Sacramento County

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1941Community Forms: Sacramento suburb takes shape.
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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Citrus Heights's identity and economy.
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1997Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Citrus Heights's character and economy.
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2010Modern Era: Citrus Heights continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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1941 Culture
Community Forms
1942 Government
Military Presence
1997 Culture
Higher Education
2010 Culture
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Did You Know?

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Named for the citrus orchards that once dotted the area.
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One of California's newest cities, incorporating in 1997.
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Sacramento suburb with a population of about 91,000.
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Citrus Heights is located in Sacramento County, California.
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Citrus Heights was founded in 1941.
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