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Living in Grass Valley, California
Grass Valley is a Nevada County foothill city of 13,000 at 2,500 feet elevation in the Sierra Nevada foothills, the largest city in the Foothills region between Auburn and Lake Tahoe. The Empire Mine State Historic Park preserves the most productive hardrock gold mine in California Gold Rush history
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before moving to Grass Valley, California?
When relocating to Grass Valley, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in California. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.
City facts
Population
14,113
Nearby Airport
SMF · Sacramento International Airport
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Climate / Avg Temperature
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Nearby Sports Teams
Oakland Athletics, Sacramento Kings
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Estimated Moving Cost Range
$850–$2,600
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot
Median Household Income
$51,764
Median Home Value
$482,200
Median Gross Rent
$1,458
Households
6,769
Homeownership Rate
40.2%
Renter Rate
59.8%
Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates
