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Introduction to Colusa, California
Colusa, California, in Colusa county, is 36 miles S of Chico, California and 51 miles NW of Sacramento, California. As of the year 2000 census, 5,402 people lived in Colusa.
Colusa History
In 1849, Charles D. Semple purchased the land that later became Colusa. In 1850, Semple founded the city under the name Colusi, but it was changed to Colusa in 1854. The area’s first post office was established in 1851. Because the city is located along the Southern Pacific Railroad, it developed rapidly and gradually became an ideal resting place for travelers.
Colusa and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Colusa
The Colusa-Sacramento River State Recreation Area and the Woodland Opera House State Historic Park are popular local tourist spots. The Sacramento Valley Museum and the Community Memorial Museum are nearby as well. Every year, the city also hosts the Colusa County Fair.
Colusa Transportation
Sacramento International is the nearest major airport.
Colusa Higher Education
Butte College, California State University-Chico and Yuba College are nearby.
Colusa strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):
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| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 3% |  |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 9% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State) | Top 10% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. State) | Top 14% | |
Comparing Colusa to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):
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