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Introduction to West Sacramento, California
West Sacramento, California, in Yolo county, is 1 mile W of Sacramento, California. The people of the city are in the Yolo metropolitan area. West Sacramento has a population of 31,615.
West Sacramento History
John Schwartz was the first Euro-American to settle in West Sacramento, in 1844. A large number of miners moved here when gold was discovered at Sutter's Mill in 1848. At that time, James McDowell owned 600 acres of the land. When James McDowell was killed during the early gold rush era, his wife Margaret sold 160 acres of the land and named the area the "Town of Washington". This town experienced a significant development in business and shipping activities. In addition, diary industry was established in West Sacramento during this time. In 1987, West Sacramento was incorporated as a city.
West Sacramento and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In West Sacramento
In West Sacramento, you can spend your leisure by playing basketball, baseball or softball at the local parks and playgrounds. The city also has biking and hiking trails. You can also watch the Sacramento Rivercats play at Raley Field.
West Sacramento Transportation
Sacramento International Airport is the nearest airport.
West Sacramento Higher Education
The nearest college is Sacramento City College.
West Sacramento strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):
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| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 13% |  |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. State) | Top 17% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 18% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing West Sacramento to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
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