| Whitney | |
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Placer County |
| Elevation[1] | 131 ft (40 m) |
Whitney is an unincorporated community in Placer County, California.[1] Whitney is located on the Southern Pacific Railroad, 6 miles (9.7 km) north-northwest of Roseville.[2] It lies at an elevation of 131 feet (40 m).[1]
The name honors a local rancher, Joel Parker Whitney.[2]