Yuba County

Yuba County is an administrative region in northern California that spans varied terrain, from flat agricultural areas to Sierra Nevada foothills. Marysville serves as its administrative hub and connects the different communities throughout the county.

The county was established in 1850 as one of California's original 27 counties and took its name from the Yuba River. This founding coincided with the Gold Rush era, which drove settlement and shaped the region's early economic growth.

The region shows lasting connections to Maidu communities, whose presence shaped early settlement patterns and remains visible in local place names today. These roots continue to influence how people in the area understand their shared identity.

The region is well connected by State Route 20 and Route 70, which link the main communities. Local transit through Yuba Sutter Transit offers convenient travel between towns for those without personal transportation.

The county is known for extensive walnut orchards, rice fields, and cattle ranches that form the backbone of its farming landscape. These crops have become deeply embedded in the region's economy and character over generations.

Location: California

Inception: 1850

Capital city: Marysville

Shares border with: Butte County, Plumas County, Sierra County, Nevada County, Placer County, Sutter County

Website: https://yuba.org

GPS coordinates: 39.27000,-121.35000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:48