Penn Valley

Penn Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) in Nevada County, California. The population was 1,621 at the 2010 census, up from 1,387 at the 2000 census. The community may be named for Madame Penn, the original owner of the town site. Penn Valley is located at 39°1154N 121°1120W (39.198214, -121.188965).According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 2.1 square miles (5.4 km²), all of it land. The racial makeup of Penn Valley was 93.4% White, 0.8% African American, 0.6% Native American,0.7% Asian, 5.5% from other races, and 2.4%. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 143 persons (8.8%) The median age was 44.5 years, with 363 people (22.4%) under the age of 18. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.2 males. There were 666 housing units at an average density of 313.9 per square mile (121.2/km²), of which 485 (77.2%) were owner-occupied. The homeowner vacancy rate was 2.6%; the rental vacancy rate is 3.3%. 1,186 people (73.2% of the population) lived in owner- occupied housing units and 425 people (26.2%).

History

The community may be named for Madame Penn, the original owner of the town site. The town site is located on the banks of the Susquehanna River. The community is located near the town of Poughkeepsie, New York. The site was once known as the Poynter River Site. It is now the site of the Poughnaw Indian Reservation, which was established in 1881. The Poyntaw Indian reservation was established on the site in 1883. The area was named for the Puyallup River, which runs through the town. The village was founded in 1885, and was named after the town's original owner, Madame Penn. It has a population of about 2,000 people, most of whom live in the town center. It was founded by the Pahntaw Indians in the 19th century, and later expanded to include surrounding areas. The U.S. state of New York was once part of the Tusque River Valley, and the town was once called Poughnotnaw, New Jersey. The current name of the community is Poughntaw, which is part of New Jersey, and may be related to the Pohntaw River. It may also have been named after Madame Penn's daughter, who owned the site at the time of its founding. It also may be known as Poughnownaw County, New Hampshire, where the town is located. The name Poughttaw is a corruption of the word "Pawpaw" which means "proud" or "caring".

Geography

Penn Valley is located at 39°1154N 121°1120W (39.198214, -121.188965).According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 2.1 square miles (5.4 km²), all of it land. The CDP is located in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. The town has a population of about 2,000. It is located on the San Francisco River, which flows through Penn Valley. The city's population is about 1,000, according to the United States Census Bureau. It has a latitude of 39.1154 N 121.1120 W (39.1982 14, 121. 188965), and a longitude of 39.11 54 N 121°1 120 W ("Penn Valley" means "Penn Valley River" in Spanish). The town's name is derived from Penn Valley, which means "river" or "valley" in English. It was founded in the 18th century by a group of local farmers. The community was named after the Penn Valley River, which runs through the town's center. It also has a name for the town of Penn Valley in New Mexico, where it was once known as the "Penn River Valley" The town is located near the junction of two rivers, the Penn River and the San Francisco River. The Penn Valley River flows through the center of the town.

Demographics

The 2010 United States Census reported that Penn Valley had a population of 1,621. There were 666 housing units at an average density of 313.9 per square mile (121.2/km²), of which 485 (77.2%) were owner-occupied, and 143 (22.8%) were occupied by renters. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.02. The median income for a household in the CDP was $16.2, about 9.2% of the population was below the poverty line, including 22.7% of those under the age of 18 and 6.6% who were 65 or older. The U.S. Census Bureau recorded 1,434 people (88.5%) living in households, 10 (0.6%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters, and 0 (0%) were institutionalized. In 2000, there were 1,387 people, 530 households, and 383 families residing in Penn Valley. The racial makeup of Penn Valley was 93.4% White, 0.8% African American, 0,6% Native American, 5.5% from other races, and 2.4%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 143 persons (8.8%). The median age was 44.5 years. For every 100 females,there were 93.7 males. For each 100 females age 18 and over, there are 89.2 males.

Politics

Penn Valley is in California's 1st congressional district, represented by Republican Doug LaMalfa. In the state legislature, it is in the 1st Senate District, and the 1st Assembly District. Penn Valley is home to a population of about 2,000. The town is located on the San Joaquin River, which flows into the San Francisco Bay Area. It is located in the northern part of the San Fernando Valley, near the border with Bakersfield. The city's population is about 1,200 people, according to the city's 2010 census. The area is in an agricultural region, and is known as the "Penn Valley of the West" The town has a history of being involved in farming and ranching. It also has a reputation for being a good place to live and raise a family. It was founded in the 18th century by William Penn, who moved his family to the area in the late 1800s. The community is now known as Penn Valley and has a long history of supporting the Republican Party. It has also been known as a hotbed of Republican activity. The current mayor is Republican Brian Dahle, who was elected to the state Senate in 2010. The district is also represented in the Assembly by Republican Megan Dahle. The village is in a rural area, with a population around 1,000 people, and in the central part of California's San Joans Valley area. The region is known for its agricultural history, and has been home to many farmers and sheep.

Recreation

Lake Wildwood                Englebright Lake                Yuba River                Bridgeport Covered Bridge. Lake Wildwood is a popular destination for boaters. Yuba River is also a popular spot for kayakers and paddle-boarders. The lake is located near the town of Englebright, in Yuba County, California. It is also close to the towns of Wildwood and Yuba City. The town has a number of lakes, including Wildwood, which is known for its waterfalls. The area is also popular for its fishing and boating in the Yuba and San Joaquin rivers. It also has a large number of creeks and streams for fishing and kayaking in the area. The water is also used for swimming in the San Joaquins River, which runs through the town. It's also used as a source of water for the nearby town of Yuba Falls, which has a population of 1,000,000. The river is also known for being a popular place for boating and canoeing in the U.S. and around the world. It was built in the 19th century and is known as the "California River" for its placid waters. It runs through a section of the SanJoaquin River, where it meets the San Francisco Bay. It has a series of smaller lakes, some of which can be reached by boat. The Yuba river runs through Wildwood. In the summer, the water is used for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and other activities.

Tourism

Penn Valley hosts a rodeo event each year in late Spring and has attracted as many as 5,000 spectators during one of its events. The first Penn Valley Rodeos featured intermission entertainment provided by local rancher, Larry Filer and his horse, Jim. The local Fire Department and residents volunteered their time and efforts to help put on the annual event. The event quickly became "the summer event" for people from all over California to attend. It is organized by Penn Valley Community Rodeo Association since 2005. The rodeo is free and open to the public, but there is a $5 entry fee for the rodeo, which includes a t-shirt, food, and souvenirs.

Notable residents

Chuck Yeager, retired General in the United States Air Force and first man to break the sound barrier.Tanner Vallejo, NFL football player. Chuck Yeager was a member of the U.S. Air Force during the Second World War. He was also the first person to fly a fighter jet over the Pacific Ocean. He died in a plane crash near San Francisco in 1974. He is survived by his wife and two children. He also has a son, who is a professional football player and a grandson, who plays for the San Francisco 49ers. He has a daughter, who was born in San Francisco and moved to San Francisco after the birth of her first child. His son is also a football player, and has played for the 49ers and the Oakland Raiders. He had a son who is now in the NFL, and a daughter who is in high school. He lives with his wife, who has been married for more than 20 years and has two children, both of whom are also NFL players. He and his wife have two children who have been born in the city of San Francisco. They live with their mother and father in the town of San Jose, California. They also have a son and daughter-in-law who live in San Diego. They have two grandchildren who are in the San Jose Unified School District and the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. The town has a population of about 2,000. It is located in the eastern part of the San Diego County.

Air Quality, Water Quality, Superfund Sites & UV Index

The Air Quality index is in Penn Valley, Nevada County, California = 50.8. These Air Quality index is based on annual reports from the EPA. Higher values are better (100=best). The number of ozone alert days is used as an indicator of air quality, as are the amounts of seven pollutants including particulates, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, lead, and volatile organic chemicals. The Water Quality Index is 50. A measure of the quality of an area’s water supply as rated by the EPA. Higher values are better (100=best). The EPA has a complex method of measuring the watershed quality, using 15 indicators such as pollutants, turbidity, sediments, and toxic discharges. The Superfund Sites Index is 71. Higher is better (100=best). Based upon the number and impact of EPA Superfund pollution sites in the county, including spending on the cleanup efforts. The UV Index in Penn Valley = 5 and is a measure of an area's exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays. This is most often a combination of sunny weather, altitude, and latitude. The UV Index has been defined by the WHO (www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/radiation-the-ultraviolet-(uv)-index) and is uniform worldwide.

Employed

The most recent city population of 5,897 individuals with a median age of 41.2 age the population grows by 9.88% in Penn Valley, Nevada County, California population since 2000 and are distributed over a density of 760 residents per square mile of area (290/km²). There are average 2.61 people per household in the 585 households with an average household income of $47,463 a year. The unemployment rate in Alabama is 11.30% of the available work force and has dropped -5.96% over the most recent 12-month period and the projected change in job supply over the next decade based on migration patterns, economic growth, and other factors will increase by 16.78%. The number of physicians in Penn Valley per 100,000 population = 236.1.

Weather

The annual rainfall in Penn Valley = 32.3 inches and the annual snowfall = 0 inches. The annual number of days with measurable precipitation (over .01 inch) = 73. The average number of days per year that are predominantly sunny = 240. 87 degrees Fahrenheit is the average daily high temperature for the month of July and 31.9 degrees Fahrenheit is the average daily low temperature for the month of January. The Comfort Index (higher=better) is 58, where higher values mean a more pleasant climate. The Comfort Index measure recognizes that humidity by itself isn't the problem. (Have you noticed nobody ever complains about the weather being 'cold and humid?) It's in the summertime that we notice the humidity the most, when it's hot and muggy. Our Comfort Index uses a combination of afternoon summer temperature and humidity to closely predict the effect that the humidity will have on people.

Median Home Cost

The percentage of housing units in Penn Valley, Nevada County, California which are owned by the occupant = 78.78%. A housing unit is a house, apartment, mobile home, or room occupied as separate living quarters. The average age of homes = 30 years with median home cost = $257,900 and home appreciation of -17.09%. This is the value of the years most recent home sales data. Its important to note that this is not the average (or arithmetic mean). The median home price is the middle value when you arrange all the sales prices of homes from lowest to highest. This is a better indicator than the average, because the median is not changed as much by a few unusually high or low values. The property tax rate of $7.85 shown here is the rate per $1,000 of home value. If for simplification for example the tax rate is $14.00 and the home value is $250,000, the property tax would be $14.00 x ($250,000/1000), or $3500. This is the 'effective' tax rate.

Study

The local school district spends $5,538 per student. There are 20.4 students for each teacher in the school. 109211.80% of the area’s population over the age of 25 with an Associate Degree or other 2-year college degree, 7.39% with a master’s degree, Ph.D. or other advanced college degree and 2.98% with high school diplomas or high school equivalency degrees (GEDs).