Sutter

Sutter History

Early 1800s: The Native American tribe, the Maidu, lived in the area for centuries
1806: Gabriel Moraga, a Spaniard trying to locate possible mission sites, was the first European to see the Sutter Buttes which served as a prominent landmark for travelers and settlers in the region
1841: After building Sutter's Fort, John Augustus Sutter established Hock Farm on the land that would later become Yuba City, and was the first large-scale agricultural settlement in Northern California, composed of grain, cattle, orchards, and vineyards
1842: The bulk of the territory was deeded by the Mexican Government to John Sutter
1871: The South Butte post office was established on August 7 at the stage station on Butte House east of the current town
Late 1880's: Sutter City was the result of an attempt to take advantage of the boom in California. The town was located south of the Cemetery along the path of a railroad line projected to pass through the town and it hoped to become the new county seat, because it was near the geographical center of the county. However, the rail line was never built, and it never became the county seat
1888: South Butte changed its name to Sutter City on January 20, 1888, when the post office was moved to the new location
1895: The Sutter City post office name was changed to Sutter

Population: 2,778 residents (as of 2023)
Median age: 42 years, 46.1 years for males, and 38.3 years for females
Gender: 49.89% male and 50.11% female
Ethnicity: 78.3% White (Non-Hispanic), 14.4% White (Hispanic), 3.59% Asian (Non-Hispanic), 1.69% Two or more races (Non-Hispanic), 0.9% Native American, 0.6% African American, 0.4% Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, and 5.5% Other races
Foreign-born residents: 4.59%
US-born citizens: 95.41%
Primary shared language: None of the households in Sutter reported speaking a non-English language at home as their primary shared language
Largest ethnic groups: White (Non-Hispanic), Hispanic (White), Asian (Non-Hispanic), Two or more races (Non-Hispanic), and Hispanic (Other)
Largest Universities: Yuba College and Cambridge Junior College-Yuba City
Median household income: $63,750

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Sutter, CA is approximately $1,195 per month, which is a 5% increase compared to the previous year
The cost of living index in Sutter County is 115.5, which is higher than the national average
The total cost of housing, food, child care, transportation, health care, taxes, and other necessities for a single adult in Sutter is $36,563 per year
Housing costs in Sutter range from $325,000 for a starter home to $1,500,000 for an executive home
The cost of living for basic items such as bread, rice, eggs, and cheese is comparable to the national average
The average income of a Sutter resident is approximately $90,000 per year, which is higher than the national average

Small-town complex with a lovely quality of life and many amenities and attractions to explore
Good schools in nearby communities
Low crime rate and seismic stability
World-class outdoor hunting and fishing activities
Excellent proximity to golf courses, professional sports venues, theatre, ballet, art galleries, and fine dining
Sutter County Museum for history and culture enthusiasts

Sutter is a small town in Sutter County, which together with neighboring Yuba County, constitutes the Yuba City Metropolitan Statistical Area
Yuba City has an unemployment rate of 10.2%, which is higher than the US average of 6.0%
However, the job market in Yuba City has seen a 1.0% increase over the last year
From 2019 to 2020, employment in Yuba City grew at a rate of 1.61%, with the most common employment sectors being Health Care & Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and Construction
Yuba, together with neighboring Sutter County, constitute the Yuba City Metropolitan Statistical Area
The unemployment rate in Yuba City, CA (MSA) was 8.00% in January of 2022, according to the United States Federal Reserve
Yuba City's businesses are supported by the rich agricultural lands of Northern California, which set the stage for worldwide distribution of fruit, nut, and grain products

Yuba-Sutter Transit Dial-A-Ride: a public transportation service that provides curb-to-curb service for seniors and people with disabilities. To schedule a ride, call 530-742-2877
Greyhound: a bus service that operates out of Marysville, CA, which is about 6 miles south of Yuba City. To contact Greyhound, call 530-742-7121
California Highways: Sutter is accessible via California Highway 20, Highway 99, Highway 70, and Highway 65
Local transportation services: there are several local transportation services in Yuba City, including Warrior Transport, Everyday Friendly Transport Service, NorCal Limousine Services, and A-1 Limo Express
Non-emergency air transportation: Angel Flight West provides non-emergency air transportation services. To apply, visit their website or call 310-390-2958
Amtrak: a train service that operates out of Sacramento, CA, which is about 45 miles south of Yuba City. To contact Amtrak, call 1-800-872-7245
International Flights: Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is just a quick 40-minute drive south

Sutter has a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters
Summers are usually sunny and dry, with temperatures reaching the high 90s and sometimes exceeding 100°F
Winters are cold and wet, with temperatures ranging from the high 30s to the low 60s
The rain in Sutter falls mostly in the winter, with relatively no rain in the summer
The average temperature in Sutter typically varies from 39°F to 96°F over the course of the year
January is the coldest month, with an average temperature varying between 56.5°F and 41.2°F