There are 3,068 residents in Nevada City, which is 2.2 square miles and 2,477ft above sea level. It was settled in April 19, 1856 and is governed by a local government.
There are 16,180 residents in Truckee, which is 33.7 square miles and 5,817ft above sea level. It was settled in March 23, 1993 and is governed by a local government.