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Sacramento-region suburban center
A city of 87,583 residents in northeast Sacramento County, incorporated in 1997, and part of the Sacramento metropolitan area.
Citrus Heights incorporated as the fifth city in Sacramento County on January 1, 1997, covering 14.22 square miles approximately 20 miles northeast of downtown Sacramento. The city sits in the heart of the Sacramento metropolitan area, a region that has grown as a major employment and government center in Northern California. The community was formed by residents seeking a suburban alternative to the regional core while maintaining access to jobs, services, and regional amenities.
The city's development reflects broader patterns of suburban expansion in the Sacramento region. Between 2010 and 2020, the population increased from 83,301 to 87,583 residents. The median age of 38.6 years and diverse demographics—roughly 69% White, 20% Hispanic or Latino, 4% Asian, and 4% African American—reflect a family-oriented community with multiple generations.
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