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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.

Founded 1941 | Population 90,700 | Peak 90,700 (2024) | County Sacramento County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Citrus Heights, California

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1941 Community Forms: Sacramento suburb takes shape.

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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Citrus Heights's identity and economy.

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1997 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Citrus Heights's character and economy.

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2010 Modern Era: Citrus Heights continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1941 Culture

Community Forms

1942 Government

Military Presence

1997 Culture

Higher Education

2010 Culture

Modern Era

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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