Yucaipa, California
Yucaipa, California | ||
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FIPS code 06-87042 | | |
GNIS feature ID | 1652818[4] | |
Website | yucaipa |
Yucaipa (Serrano: Yukaipa't) is a city located 10 miles (16 km) east of San Bernardino, in San Bernardino County, California, United States. The population was 54,542 at the 2020 census, up from 51,367 at the 2010 census. Yucaipa has the distinction of being the longtime home to a large population of Serrano Native Americans.
History
Yucaipa Rancheria | |
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Location | Yucaipa, California |
Built | 1842 |
Designated | September 11, 1957 |
Reference no. | 620 |
Prior to the Spanish colonization of the Americas and the arrival of European settlers from
Yucaipa Rancheria
Yucaipa Valley supported a large population of Serrano Native Americans. The fertile valley was watered by springs and creeks running out of the San Bernardino Mountains. The Serrano Americans lived in this location most of the year, but would make excursions into the mountains to gather acorns and other food items during their harvest season. The Rancheria is marked by California Historical Landmark #620.[8]
Yucaipa Adobe
Yucaipa Adobe | |
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Location | Yucaipa, California |
Built | 1842 |
Designated | September 11, 1957 |
Reference no. | 528 |
Near the Rancheria is the Yucaipa Adobe, which is believed to be the oldest house in San Bernardino County. Diego Sepúlveda, nephew of
The nearby Oak Glen area is best known for its apple orchards, some of which are operated by the direct descendants of the original founders (the Parrish, Wilshire, Rivers, and Law families). The Parrish Pioneer Ranch and orchard were founded by Enoch Parrish in 1876, with the other families coming into the area later.
21st century
At 1:53 p.m. on June 16, 2005, Yucaipa experienced a 4.9
In 2016, Yucaipa broke ground on a multipurpose performing arts center on the corner of Acacia Avenue and California Street. Sitting on 2.7 acres (11,000 m2) in the heart of uptown, the 16,200 sq ft (1,510 m2) venue hosts a variety of events, including community theater, open-air concerts, dance, and other arts-related events. The performing arts center officially opened in Spring 2019.[10]
Geography
Yucaipa is located in southern California, approximately 72 miles (116 km) east of Los Angeles. The city is approximately 2,600 ft (790 m) above sea level and is bordered by Redlands to its west and Calimesa to its south. The unincorporated communities of Cherry Valley, Mentone and Oak Glen collectively account for Yucaipa's northernmost outskirts.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 27.8 square miles (72 km2), with 0.04 percent being water.
Parks
Yucaipa is home to Yucaipa Regional Park, Flag Hill Veterans Memorial Park, Seventh Street Park, "I" Street Park, Wildwood Park, Yucaipa Community Park, the Bryant Glen Sports Complex, the Rick McCowan Regional Soccer Complex, and Wildwood Canyon State Park.
Climate
According to the
Climate data for Yucaipa (2,630 feet above sea level) | |||||||||||||
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Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
Record high °F (°C) | 83 (28) |
88 (31) |
95 (35) |
100 (38) |
106 (41) |
109 (43) |
114 (46) |
113 (45) |
112 (44) |
106 (41) |
94 (34) |
86 (30) |
114 (46) |
Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 63 (17) |
65 (18) |
69 (21) |
74 (23) |
81 (27) |
89 (32) |
96 (36) |
97 (36) |
92 (33) |
81 (27) |
71 (22) |
63 (17) |
78 (26) |
Daily mean °F (°C) | 52.0 (11.1) |
53.0 (11.7) |
55.5 (13.1) |
59.5 (15.3) |
65.5 (18.6) |
71.5 (21.9) |
78.0 (25.6) |
79.0 (26.1) |
74.5 (23.6) |
65.5 (18.6) |
57.5 (14.2) |
51.5 (10.8) |
63.6 (17.6) |
Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 41 (5) |
41 (5) |
42 (6) |
45 (7) |
50 (10) |
54 (12) |
60 (16) |
61 (16) |
57 (14) |
50 (10) |
44 (7) |
40 (4) |
49 (9) |
Record low °F (°C) | 11 (−12) |
19 (−7) |
21 (−6) |
25 (−4) |
31 (−1) |
35 (2) |
42 (6) |
38 (3) |
37 (3) |
29 (−2) |
20 (−7) |
20 (−7) |
11 (−12) |
Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.91 (99) |
4.45 (113) |
3.09 (78) |
1.19 (30) |
0.65 (17) |
0.17 (4.3) |
0.35 (8.9) |
0.26 (6.6) |
0.49 (12) |
1.03 (26) |
1.57 (40) |
2.33 (59) |
19.49 (493.8) |
Source: Weather Channel[12]
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Demographics
Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
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1970 | 19,284 | — | |
1980 | 23,345 | 21.1% | |
1990 | 32,824 | 40.6% | |
2000 | 41,207 | 25.5% | |
2010 | 51,367 | 24.7% | |
2020 | 54,542 | 6.2% | |
U.S. Decennial Census[13] |
2010
At the
The census reported that 50,813 people (98.9% of the population) lived in households, 227 (0.4%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters, and 327 (0.6%) were institutionalized.
There were 18,231 households, 6,996 (38.4%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 9,842 (54.0%) were
The age distribution was 13,444 people (26.2%) under the age of 18, 4,489 people (8.7%) aged 18 to 24, 12,536 people (24.4%) aged 25 to 44, 14,064 people (27.4%) aged 45 to 64, and 6,834 people (13.3%) who were 65 or older. The median age was 37.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.5 males.
There were 19,642 housing units at an average density of 704.2 per square mile, of the occupied units 13,503 (74.1%) were owner-occupied and 4,728 (25.9%) were rented. The homeowner vacancy rate was 3.0%; the rental vacancy rate was 9.0%. 37,165 people (72.4% of the population) lived in owner-occupied housing units and 13,648 people (26.6%) lived in rental housing units.
2000
Since the city incorporated in 1989, it has experienced a significant level of growth. At the
Of the 15,193 households 35.4% had children under the age of 18; 54.2% were married couples; 11.6% had a female householder; and 29.7% were non-families. 25.3% of households were one person and 13.4% of those were 65 or older. The average household size was 2.7 and the average family size was 3.2.
The age distribution was 28.5% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% 65 or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.4 males.
The median household income was $39,144 and the median family income was $48,683. Males had a median income of $40,480 versus $25,957 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,949. About 8.8% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the
Government
In the
In the California's 23rd congressional district, represented by Republican Jay Obernolte.[18]
From November 1999, Richard (Dick) D. Riddell was the longest-serving mayor (and the oldest, at age 88) in Yucaipa's history. In November 2012, at the request of newly sworn councilman Bobby Duncan, Denise Hoyt was named the new Mayor. As of 2020[update], Yucaipa's City Council was composed of Mayor Greg Bogh, Mayor Pre Tem Bobby Duncan, Councilman David Avila, Councilman Jon Thorp and Councilman Justin Beaver. Beaver was elected to Yucaipa's 4th district as the youngest councilman in the city's history at 32 years of age.
Education
The Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District serves both cities, with the following schools:
- Elementary (K–5): Dunlap, Chapman Heights, Calimesa, Ridgeview, Valley, Wildwood, Inland Leaders Charter School, Competitive Edge Charter Academy
- Middle school (6–8): Park View Middle School, Mesa View Middle School (in Calimesa), Competitive Edge Charter Academy, Inland Leaders Charter School
- High school: Yucaipa High School (9-12), Green Valley High School (10-12)
The city is also home to Crafton Hills College, operated by the San Bernardino Community College District.[19]
Public safety
The
Yucaipa has contracted operation of its fire department to the
California Historical Landmark
Marker at the site reads:
- NO. 620 YUCAIPA RANCHERIA - Yucaipa Valley supported a large population of Serrano Indians. The fertile valley was watered by springs and creeks. The Indians called this area 'Yucaipat' which meant 'wet lands.' These Native Americans lived at this village site most of the year, with occasional excursions to the mountains to gather acorns and other food items during the harvesting season.[20]
Marker at the site reads:
- NO. 528 YUCAIPA ADOBE - Constructed in 1842 by Diego Sepúlveda, nephew of Antonio María Lugo, this is believed to be the oldest house in San Bernardino County. The land, formerly controlled by San Gabriel Mission, was part of the Rancho San Bernardino granted to the Lugos in 1842. The adobe's later owners included John Brown Sr., James W. Waters, and the Dunlap family, it was acquired by San Bernardino County in 1955.[21]
Notable people
- Susan Anton - Miss California 1969, singer and actress
- Matt Carson - professional baseball player
- Tyler Chatwood - professional baseball player for the Toronto Blue Jays
- Matt Davidson - professional baseball player
- Noble Johnson - actor
- May Montoya Jones - writer, lecturer
- Corky Miller - professional baseball player
- Lois Rodden - astrologer, author of Data News
- Mark Teahen - professional baseball player
- Taijuan Walker - professional baseball player
See also
- California Historical Landmarks in San Bernardino County, California
- History of San Bernardino, California
References
- ^ "California Cities by Incorporation Date". California Association of Local Agency Formation Commissions. Archived from the original (Word) on October 17, 2013. Retrieved August 25, 2014.
- ^ City of Yucaipa web site
- ^ "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 1, 2020.
- ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Yucaipa, California
- ^ "Indian Village of Yukaipa't". Redlands Daily Facts. September 27, 2008. Retrieved May 4, 2021.
- ^ "The San Bernardino County Sun from San Bernardino, California on March 15, 1997 · Page 78". Newspapers.com. March 15, 1997. Retrieved May 4, 2021.
- ^ "Our History | San Manuel Band of Mission Indians". sanmanuel-nsn.gov. Retrieved May 4, 2021.
- ^ a b "California Historical Landmark: San Bernardino County". Office of Historic Preservation. California State Parks. Retrieved October 12, 2012.
- ^ USGS. "M4.9 - Greater Los Angeles area, California". United States Geological Survey.
- ^ "About - Yucaipa Performing Arts Center". Yucaipa Performing Arts. June 2, 2019. Retrieved February 5, 2022.
- ^ "Yucaipa, California Köppen Climate Classification (Weatherbase)". Weatherbase. Retrieved February 4, 2016.
- Weather Channel. Retrieved October 6, 2017.
- ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ^ "Yucaipa (city) QuickFacts from the US Census Bureau". Archived from the original on September 1, 2012. Retrieved February 4, 2016.
- ^ "2010 Census Interactive Population Search: CA - Yucaipa city". U.S. Census Bureau. Archived from the original on July 15, 2014. Retrieved July 12, 2014.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "Statewide Database". UC Regents. Archived from the original on February 1, 2015. Retrieved February 11, 2015.
- ^ "California's 23rd Congressional District - Representatives & District Map". Civic Impulse, LLC.
- ^ "Home - Crafton Hills College". Retrieved February 4, 2016.
- ^ californiahistoricallandmarks.com, 620
- ^ California parks, California Historical Landmarks