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Yucaipa, California

Introduction to Yucaipa, California

Yucaipa, California, in San Bernardino county, is 8 miles E of Redlands, California (center to center) and 21 miles E of Riverside, California. It's situated in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains. The city's name comes from the Shoshonean language for "water" or "marshy place." It was incorporated in 1989.

The Yucaipa-Calimesa School District typically is positioned near the top in all categories for educational achievement. The city has an elevation of 2650 feet. Being situated near the mountains provides Yucaipa with a desirable climate and is one of the primary reasons it has become a popular location for seniors who have retired.

Yucaipa History

The Serrano Indians were the original inhabitants. The marshlands provided ample vegetation and wildlife. In 1842 Antonio Maria Lugo acquired a land grant from Mexican Governor Alvarado and founded the San Bernardino Rancho. The region was utilized for raising sheep and growing grains and alfalfa.

Yucaipa Attractions

  • Yucaipa Adobe includes furnishings from the 19th century, a blacksmith shop, historic farm equipment and is a California Historical Landmark.
  • Yucaipa Little Theater.
  • Heartland Players.
  • Mousley Museum of Natural History.
  • The apple country of Oak Glen is a popular destination.

Yucaipa Activities

Yucaipa Regional Park is a vast acreage and is popular for fishing, boating, swimming and camping. Wildwood Canyon State Park offers a variety of outdoor activities. Golf enthusiasts enjoy playing at the Yucaipa Valley Golf Club and the nearby Calimesa Country Club and the Highland Springs Village Golf Course. The city features numerous parks and an equestrian arena. The Yucaipa Community Park offers scenic views and is popular for a variety of sports.

Yucaipa Higher Education

The city is home to Crafton Hills College.

Yucaipa Transportation

The city is served by the nearby Ontario International Airport. Omnitrans provides transit service.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Yucaipa Low Property Crime

Comparative Profile of Yucaipa, CA

Comparing Yucaipa 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
Senior Citizens89
Age of the Population77
Female Share of the Population68
Male Share of the Population53
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Well-Paid Single Men45
Racial Diversity42

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size74
Portion of People Married75

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty56
Median Family Income55
People in Middle Class or Better56
College Educated Adults24

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home75
Walking and Biking to Work53
Short Commute Times34
Public Transportation Use33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes77
Seasonal and Vacation Housing76
Affordability of Rents68
Housing Recently Built65
People Living Alone57
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime99
Low Violent Crime88

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