Marysville

Marysville

General Information
Name	Marysville
Native Name
Other Names
Settlement Type	City
Transliteration
Language 1
Type 1
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Location
Coordinates	39°8 45°N
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Population
Total	12,072
Density	per km²
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Water	km²
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Time Zone
Standard	UTC-8
DST	UTC-7

Marysville is a city in and the county seat of Yuba County, California, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 12,072. Marysville is part of the Yuba City Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Marysville was established in 1850 during the California Gold Rush and was named after Mary Murphy Covillaud, a survivor of the Donner Party. The city quickly became a hub for gold miners and merchants. Its location at the confluence of the Yuba River and the Feather River made it a strategic point for trade and transportation.

Geography

Marysville is located in the northern part of the Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of Sacramento. The city covers a total area of 3.58 square miles, of which 3.48 square miles is land and 0.10 square miles is water.

Demographics

According to the 2020 United States Census, Marysville has a population of 12,072. The city has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Economy

The economy of Marysville is primarily based on agriculture, retail, and healthcare. The city serves as a regional center for medical services, with several hospitals and clinics providing healthcare to the surrounding communities.

Education

Marysville is served by the Marysville Joint Unified School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools in the area. The city is also home to Yuba College, a community college that offers a variety of academic and vocational programs.

Transportation

Marysville is accessible via California State Route 20 and California State Route 70. The city is also served by the Yuba County Airport, which provides general aviation services.

Notable People

• Mary Murphy Covillaud - Namesake of the city and a member of the Donner Party.
• John C. Fremont - Explorer and politician who played a role in the early history of California.

See Also

• Yuba City, California
• California Gold Rush
• Sacramento Valley

External Links

• Official website of Marysville