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Woodland, California

Introduction to Woodland, California

Woodland, California, in Yolo county, is 9 miles N of Davis, California (center to center) and 16 miles NW of Sacramento, California. The city is regarded as a suburb of Sacramento. It's an agricultural area and due to its location near Interstate 5 (an important transportation route), Woodland is home to numerous trucking companies. It also includes manufacturing and distribution centers. Modular home manufacturing is a prominent industry. Woodland features a flat landscape.

Woodland History

The Poo-e-win were the original inhabitants in the region. In 1851 "Uncle Johnny" Morris was the first non-native settler to arrive. S. Freeman bought the general store and a large acreage. He believed the town could become a primary trading center for the local agricultural community. He gave away plots of land to people who agreed to construct a home on it.

A U.S. Post office was established in 1861. Freeman's wife convinced him to name it Woodland, due to the surrounding wooded countryside. The city began to expand after the arrival of the California Pacific Railroad in 1869. The city was incorporated in 1871.

Woodland Attractions

  • The downtown includes numerous attractive historic buildings.
  • The Yolo County Fair is a popular event.
  • "Stroll Through History" includes walking tours of historic areas, Victorian homes and exhibits of historic equipment and vehicles.
  • Woodland Dynamite Chili Cook-off features live music and activities for children.
  • The Woodland Christmas Parade is a popular event.
  • The Heidrick Ag History Center features historic, unique agricultural equipment.
  • Hays Antique Truck Museum includes a vast number of commercial trucks.
  • Yolo County Historical Museum is included in the National Register of Historic Places.
  • The Woodland Opera House is a California Historical Landmark.

Woodland Transportation

The city is served by the nearby Sacramento International Airport.

Woodland Higher Education

The city is home to Woodland Community College.

High Points

Woodland strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Woodland Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 13%Woodland Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Woodland, CA

Comparing Woodland to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old97
Racial Diversity86
Male Share of the Population75
Well-Paid Single Men45
Senior Citizens45
Female Share of the Population46
Age of the Population34

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size96
Portion of People Married76

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income55
People in Middle Class or Better56
People Above Poverty55
College Educated Adults35

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work109
Short Commute Times89
Working at Home75
Public Transportation Use44

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals87
Affordability of Property Taxes87
Housing Recently Built77
Affordability of Rents67
People Living Alone36
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime65
Low Violent Crime33

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