RANK #740 / 996 · POP 81,705 · CA
PROJECTED GROWTH: -0.2%
The Sutter Buttes, often called the "world's smallest mountain range," rise from the valley floor in Yuba County, California, offering a distinctive landmark and hiking opportunities. Located north of Sacramento, the county seat, Marysville, sits at the confluence of the Yuba and Feather Rivers. Commute options to Sacramento are available via Yuba-Sutter Transit's express bus service. The area boasts abundant outdoor recreation, including swimming and gold panning in the Yuba River, fishing in the Feather River, and hiking trails at locations like Sycamore Ranch and Hammon Grove Park. The region experiences over 260 sunny days annually.
Life in Yuba County offers a small-town feel with access to natural amenities. The county's economy is rooted in agriculture, with crops like peaches, prunes, and rice, alongside timber production. Beale Air Force Base is a major employer, contributing to the local economy. Recent economic developments include investments in commercial and residential sectors, with new housing developments underway in areas like Plumas Lake. The Yuba County Office of Education oversees the public school system, and Yuba College provides higher education opportunities.
Overvalued relative to economy
Well below national median
Prices declining
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks overvalued at 8.1x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. Climate and geography support a structural premium. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Plumas Lake Residential Developments
Various (e.g., Lennar, Cresleigh Homes, Silvermark Construction Services)
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$100M | Under Construction |
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Costco Wholesale Store (Linda)
Costco Wholesale Corporation
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$50M | Proposed |
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Yuba Crossing Mixed Use Plan (Yuba City)
New Faze Development
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$50M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Yuba County has a Boom Town Index score of 26/100, ranking #740 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.7% and a median household income of $66,693, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Yuba County is $350,600 with median rent at $1,137/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.1902, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.6% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.7%. Home values changed -2.9% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 6.88% of Yuba County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.