Wheatland, California, located in Sacramento County, is a small town with a population of about 3,500 people. Despite its modest size, it has been ranked as one of the best places to live in California by BestPlaces. The city scored impressively on metrics such as cost of living, job opportunities and amenities. It was also ranked highly in terms of housing affordability and its crime rate which is lower than the national average. Wheatland also offers an abundance of recreational activities for residents including nature trails, lakeside parks and golf courses as well as other activities like tennis courts and sports fields. All these factors make Wheatland an ideal place to live for those who are looking for a small town feel with access to big city amenities.
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