Sacramento, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Sacramento County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Sacramento based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Why Sacramento, CA Is One of the Best Places to Live in America
Sacramento, CA ranks 12th overall among all US cities with a livability score of 54.9/100, placing it among the best places to live in America. An unemployment rate of just 6.2% signals a robust local job market. A cost of living index of 148.8 makes Sacramento more affordable than 63% of cities nationwide. With a median home value of $484,600, the housing market remains accessible compared to many US cities. See full ranking
Quick Stats
Population
524,802
2023 ACS
Median Income
$83,753
2023
Median Home Value
$484,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,694
2023
Median Age
35.7
Unemployment
6.2%
Avg Temperature
62°F
Cost of Living Index
148.8
100 = national avg
Sacramento is a city in Sacramento County, California, with a population of 524,802 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Sacramento is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Sacramento is $83,753, and the median home value is $484,600. The cost of living index is 148.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,694 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.2%, and the median age is 35.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
524,802
Male
260,163
49.6%
Female
264,639
50.4%
Median Age
35.7
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
25.2%
High School or Higher
39.4%
Foreign Born
21.3%
Veterans
3.7%
Married
35.4%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.683
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
36.8%
Foreign Born
21.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
29.5%
154,817 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
70.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
493,919
English Only
64.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
81,007 speakers
Limited English
14.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
86.0%
Limited English Proficiency
14.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
19,625
3.7% of population
Disability Rate
26.6%
5,227 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$52,054
Unemployment Rate
8.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
17,492
89.1%
Female Veterans
2,133
10.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$52,054
Non-Veteran Income
$42,169
Difference
$9,885
23.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
5,227
Without Disability
14,398
Disability Rate
26.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
201,981
#1 Ancestry
German
6.5% (34,062)
#2 Ancestry
English
6.0% (31,603)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
5.8% (30,332)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
199,401
Family Households
116,992
58.7%
Married Couples
76,509
38.4%
Non-Family Households
82,409
41.3%
Single Mother Households
27,055
13.6%
Single Father Households
13,428
6.7%
Living Alone
63,180
31.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
97,594
In Married Couple
60,196
61.7%
With Single Mother
25,939
26.6%
With Single Father
11,459
11.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$98,441
Married Couple Income
$121,992
Single Mother Income
$61,204
Single Father Income
$63,917
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
14,103
Grandparents Responsible
3,581
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$83,753
+14% vs national
Per Capita Income
$42,300
+14% vs national
Poverty Rate
14.4%
+6% vs national
Gini Index
0.4551
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.2%
+18% vs national
SNAP Recipients
14.7%
of households
How Sacramento Compares
Sacramento vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Sacramento is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Sacramento, CA has a median household income of $83,753, making it the 7,867th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Sacramento has a higher median household income than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Sacramento, CA has a per capita income of $42,300, making it the 7,349th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Sacramento has a higher per capita income than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Sacramento, CA has a poverty rate of 14.4%, making it the 11,738th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Sacramento has a higher poverty rate than 62% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Sacramento, CA has a unemployment rate of 6.2%, making it the 8,841st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Sacramento has a higher unemployment rate than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Sacramento. The median household income here is $83,753.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.2%
-19% vs CA avg
Labor Force
275,106
Employed
257,517
Mean Commute
21 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
25.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
39.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.7
Work from Home
17.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$169.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
148.8
100 = national avg
+48.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,490
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,795
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,832
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,255
per month
The median household income in Sacramento, CA is $83,753, which is 14.4% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $42,300. The poverty rate of 14.4% is higher than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4551, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.2%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 275,106. 25.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 21 minutes, with 17.8% working from home. About 65.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 148.8, which is 48.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 206.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,490 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$465,000
Median List Price
$495,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$333
Days on Market
42
Active Inventory
613
Months of Supply
2.5
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$468,296
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,015
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
35.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
30.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
244
New Listings
339
Pending Sales
350
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$333
Median List $/SF
$336
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Sacramento, CA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area, home prices have risen 533.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 39.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 82.6%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 32.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 4.7%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA housing market rather than Sacramento alone.
Metro area: Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
Sacramento vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Sacramento is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Sacramento, CA has a median home value of $484,600, making it the 3,147th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Sacramento has a higher median home value than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Sacramento, CA has a median rent of $1,694, making it the 2,990th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Sacramento has a higher median rent than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Sacramento, CA has a price per square foot of $333, making it the 2,882nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Sacramento has a higher price per square foot than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Sacramento, CA has a rent burden of 24.3%, making it the 3,994th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Sacramento has a higher rent burden than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$484,600
Median Rent
$1,694
Total Housing Units
210,621
Vacancy Rate
5.3%
Owner Occupied
51.5%
Renter Occupied
48.5%
Median Property Tax
$3,690
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,846
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,690
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.76%
of home value
Median Home Value
$484,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,141
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,690) by the median home value ($484,600). In Sacramento, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.76%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Sacramento, CA is $465,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 42 days on the market. 35.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $333. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,015/month. About 51.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1976. There are 210,621 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,690. The effective tax rate is 0.76%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
7.55
per 1,000 residents
+190% vs national
Property Crime Rate
25.47
per 1,000 residents
+48% vs national
Total Crimes
17,393
2024
Violent Clearance
43%
cases solved
Property Clearance
7%
cases solved
YoY Change
-5.7%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Sacramento Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Sacramento vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Sacramento is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Sacramento police solve 67% of murder cases but only 6% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 45 | 0.09 | 66.7% |
| Rape | Violent | 182 | 0.35 | 11.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 1,012 | 1.92 | 35.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 2,737 | 5.20 | 47.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 2,326 | 4.42 | 11.3% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 8,406 | 15.96 | 5.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 2,684 | 5.10 | 7.9% |
Sacramento, CA reported 3,977 violent crimes and 13,416 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 7.55 per 1,000 residents is 190.4% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 43% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 8,406 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 20.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3,977 | 13,416 | 7.55 | 25.47 |
| 2023 | 4,237 | 15,305 | 8.01 | 28.92 |
| 2022 | 4,759 | 16,738 | 9.04 | 31.78 |
| 2020 | 3,549 | 14,248 | 6.84 | 27.45 |
| 2019 | 3,223 | 16,354 | 6.27 | 31.82 |
| 2018 | 3,329 | 15,417 | 6.57 | 30.41 |
| 2017 | 3,378 | 14,683 | 6.76 | 29.37 |
| 2016 | 3,549 | 15,283 | 7.16 | 30.85 |
| 2015 | 3,611 | 16,501 | 7.37 | 33.69 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
3
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
3
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2024 | Grant Union High School | 0 | 1 | unclear | nan |
| Apr 3, 2019 | New Joseph Bonnheim Community Charter School | 0 | 0 | unclear | nan |
| Oct 1, 2003 | Rio Cazadero High School | 0 | 2 | targeted | officer weapons |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
98.1
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
37.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
57.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
23
Public Assistance
$490.0M
Individual Assistance
$8.1M
Most Common Type
Flood
9 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 33 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
3,858
Total Claims Paid
$38,396,006
Avg Claim Payout
$9,952
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
34
Federal Funding
$12,371,528
Properties Protected
115
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.98
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 10 | $5,682,253 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $330,598 |
| 103.1: Feasibility, Engineering and Design Studies | 2 | $108,485 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $2,783,715 |
| 92.1: State Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $189,997 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Sacramento has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are drought, earthquake, heat wave. The area has had 23 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (9 declarations). 3,858 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $489,983,513 in public assistance recovery funding. $8,146,391 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 34 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.0%
6.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
22.3%
1.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.2%
0.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.0%
0.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.4%
Arthritis
21.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.6%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.3%
Loneliness
39.9%
Lack of Support
29.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
30.7%
Mobility
13.8%
Cognitive
15.4%
Hearing
5.5%
Vision
5.9%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
8.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Sacramento has an obesity rate of 30.0%, which is 6.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 22.3%, 1.2pp below the national average. About 10.0% of adults lack health insurance. 69.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.7 mi
Sutter Medical Center, Sacrame...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| University Of California Davis Medical Center | 2.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children Northern Calif | 2.9 mi | Childrens | — | — |
| Mercy General Hospital | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Sacramento | 4.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
62°F
Sunny Days
287
per year
Annual Rainfall
23.6"
UV Index
5.2
annual avg
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in Sacramento. Click a month or press play.
48°F
40° / 56°
Jan
High
56°F
Low
40°F
Wind
5 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
115°F
Record Low
25°F
Avg High
74°F
Avg Low
51°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56°F | 40°F | 4.63" | — | 80% | 4.8 mph |
| Feb | 60°F | 42°F | 4.43" | — | 75% | 5.4 mph |
| Mar | 65°F | 45°F | 3.62" | — | 71% | 5.3 mph |
| Apr | 71°F | 48°F | 1.67" | — | 60% | 5.7 mph |
| May | 80°F | 54°F | 0.93" | — | 52% | 6.1 mph |
| Jun | 89°F | 59°F | 0.18" | — | 45% | 6.3 mph |
| Jul | 93°F | 62°F | 0.01" | — | 47% | 6.2 mph |
| Aug | 92°F | 61°F | 0.05" | — | 50% | 5.8 mph |
| Sep | 88°F | 59°F | 0.11" | — | 49% | 4.9 mph |
| Oct | 78°F | 54°F | 1.23" | — | 54% | 4.7 mph |
| Nov | 64°F | 45°F | 2.29" | — | 69% | 4.6 mph |
| Dec | 56°F | 40°F | 4.48" | — | 76% | 5.2 mph |
Sacramento has an average annual temperature of 62°F. The area enjoys approximately 287 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 23.6 inches.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
78
Pop. Served
1,223,882
Violations (5yr)
64
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF SACRAMENTO MAIN | 520,407 | 0 |
| SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT | 194,444 | 0 |
| SCWA - LAGUNA/VINEYARD | 184,896 | 1 |
| CAL AM - SUBURBAN ROSEMONT | 54,793 | 0 |
| CAL AM - PARKWAY | 50,573 | 0 |
| CAL AM - LINCOLN OAKS | 48,094 | 0 |
| CAL AM - ANTELOPE | 35,534 | 0 |
| SCWA MATHER-SUNRISE | 30,825 | 1 |
| CAL AM - FRUITRIDGE VISTA | 15,652 | 0 |
| SCWA - ARDEN PARK VISTA | 10,101 | 1 |
| CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR | 9,280 | 0 |
| CAL AM - WEST PLACER | 8,861 | 0 |
| CALIFORNIA-AMERICAN LARKFIELD (PUC) | 7,913 | 0 |
| FLORIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT | 7,831 | 0 |
| CAL AM - MEADOWBROOK | 5,656 | 0 |
| DEL PASO MANOR COUNTY WATER DI | 4,854 | 0 |
| CAL AM - BASS LAKE | 4,527 | 0 |
| CAL AM - ARDEN | 4,191 | 0 |
| CAL AM - OAKHURST | 3,693 | 0 |
| RIO COSUMNES CORRECTIONAL CENTER [SWS] | 2,800 | 1 |
| AIRLINE CROSSING | 2,600 | 0 |
| CAL AM - ISLETON | 1,693 | 0 |
| CALIFORNIA-AMERICAN GEYSERVILLE (PUC) | 1,046 | 0 |
| CAL AM - GOLDSIDE | 1,043 | 0 |
| DESCANSO COMMUNITY WATER DISTRICT | 870 | 0 |
| WEST VALLEY COUNTY WATER DISTRICT | 798 | 0 |
| CAL AM - WALNUT GROVE | 667 | 0 |
| TOKAY PARK WATER CO | 653 | 0 |
| CAL AM - DUNNIGAN | 602 | 0 |
| RIO VISTA MOBILE HOME PARK | 543 | 0 |
| LONE TREE VILLAGE MHP | 475 | 0 |
| TRAILER HAVEN MOBILE HOME PARK | 459 | 0 |
| AURORA ACRES RV RESORT | 450 | 0 |
| TEVISTON COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT | 383 | 0 |
| SAC CITY MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY LP | 350 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES MOBILE HOME ESTATE | 350 | 1 |
| THREE PALMS MOBILEHOME PARK | 347 | 1 |
| CAL AM - RAYMOND | 343 | 0 |
| EAST WALNUT GROVE [SWS] | 300 | 1 |
| GOLDEN FEATHER MHP | 275 | 0 |
| BEAVER RUN MOBILE HOME PARK | 275 | 0 |
| HOOD WATER MAINTENCE DIST [SWS] | 271 | 1 |
| WILLOWS MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY & RV PARK | 261 | 0 |
| RANCHO MARINA | 250 | 1 |
| MALVERN COURTS MHP | 250 | 0 |
| PARKWAY LAKES RV PARK | 250 | 0 |
| PORTERVILLE MOBILE VILLAGE | 205 | 1 |
| RIVERSIDE RV PARK | 200 | 0 |
| BETHEL ISLAND ESTATES | 200 | 0 |
| ANTELOPE CREEK MHP | 175 | 0 |
| ISLANDER MARINA | 150 | 0 |
| EL NIDO MOBILE HOME PARK | 137 | 0 |
| TRINIDAD EXTENDED STAY RV | 130 | 0 |
| RIVERVIEW MOBILE HOME PARK | 126 | 0 |
| NEW HOPE LANDING GENERAL STORE | 125 | 0 |
| COVE MOBILE VILLA | 105 | 0 |
| SOUTHWEST TRACT W M D [SWS] | 103 | 1 |
| GRANTS PASS MOBILE HOME PARK LLC | 100 | 0 |
| RIVER VIEW MHC LLC | 100 | 0 |
| RISELEN PARK | 100 | 0 |
| BLUE SPRUCE MOBILE HOME PARK | 90 | 0 |
| WEST COTTONWOOD APARTMENTS | 90 | 1 |
| RIVER BREEZE MOBILE HOME PARK | 87 | 0 |
| CREEKSIDE MOBILEHOME PARK | 85 | 1 |
| CAL AM - COARSEGOLD | 83 | 0 |
| BELLA SHORES MOBILE HOME PARK | 80 | 3 |
| OROVILLE MOBILE HOME PARK | 76 | 0 |
| GOLDEN OAKS MOBILE HOME PARK | 75 | 0 |
| AUBURN RIDGE WOODS | 75 | 0 |
| FRIENDLY ACRES MHP | 75 | 1 |
| BRIDGEHAVEN PARK | 70 | 12 |
| GOLD COUNTRY HOME PARK - WATER SYSTEM | 60 | 0 |
| SHASTA HORIZON MOBILE HOME PARK | 55 | 0 |
| NORCAL WATER WORKS | 45 | 0 |
| FREEPORT MARINA | 45 | 7 |
| BONFIRE VILLAGE HOTEL | 44 | 28 |
| ANDERSON MOBILE HOME PARK | 40 | 0 |
| PLANTATION MOBILE HOME PARK | 22 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
5
Total CO₂e
694.7K MT
Top Emitter
Procter & Gamble Power Plant
316.9K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (500,000 - 1,000,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Procter & Gamble Power Plant Sacramento Municipal Utility District Financing Authority | Power Plants | 316,935 |
Campbell Power Plant Sacramento Municipal Utility District Financing Authority | Power Plants | 275,040 |
UC DAVIS MEDICAL CENTER State Of California | Other | 58,121 |
AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS INCORPORATED Air Products & Chemicals Inc | Chemicals | 43,250 |
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)-SF6 Sacramento Municipal Utility District | Other | 1,366 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 78 water systems serving the area. 64 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 5 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 694.7K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
21 min
-10% vs national
Drive Alone
65.5%
-17% vs national
Public Transit
1.9%
+116% vs national
Work From Home
17.8%
+91% vs national
Carpool
9.0%
Walk / Bike
4.1%
combined
How Sacramento's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
69
2023
6-Year Avg
61
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
26
Cyclist
8
Nighttime
35
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 63 | 69 | 0 | 26 | 8 |
| 2022 | 72 | 77 | 0 | 34 | 7 |
| 2021 | 68 | 72 | 0 | 25 | 1 |
| 2020 | 44 | 45 | 12 | 21 | 2 |
| 2019 | 43 | 49 | 10 | 16 | 2 |
| 2018 | 52 | 52 | 10 | 20 | 8 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Sacramento, CA is 21 minutes, which is 9.8% below the national average of 23 minutes. 65.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 17.8% work from home, which is above the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 1.9% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 9.0% of workers carpool. 2.7% walk to work. 1.4% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 69 traffic fatalities from 63 fatal crashes. 26 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
79.5%
of households
No Internet
5.1%
of households
Total Households
199,401
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.1%
of households
Smartphone
92.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
83.0%
of households
Tablet
65.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+86% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+90% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+122% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+17% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Sacramento vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (500,000 - 1,000,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
78
Population Served
1,223,882
Violations (5yr)
64
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF SACRAMENTO MAIN | Community | Surface water | 520,407 | 0 |
| SACRAMENTO SUBURBAN WATER DISTRICT | Community | Purchased surface water | 194,444 | 0 |
| SCWA - LAGUNA/VINEYARD | Community | Surface water | 184,896 | 1 |
| CAL AM - SUBURBAN ROSEMONT | Community | Purchased surface water | 54,793 | 0 |
| CAL AM - PARKWAY | Community | Purchased surface water | 50,573 | 0 |
| CAL AM - LINCOLN OAKS | Community | Purchased surface water | 48,094 | 0 |
| CAL AM - ANTELOPE | Community | Purchased surface water | 35,534 | 0 |
| SCWA MATHER-SUNRISE | Community | Purchased surface water | 30,825 | 1 |
| CAL AM - FRUITRIDGE VISTA | Community | Purchased surface water | 15,652 | 0 |
| SCWA - ARDEN PARK VISTA | Community | Ground water | 10,101 | 1 |
| CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR | Community | Ground water | 9,280 | 0 |
| CAL AM - WEST PLACER | Community | Purchased surface water | 8,861 | 0 |
| CALIFORNIA-AMERICAN LARKFIELD (PUC) | Community | Ground water | 7,913 | 0 |
| FLORIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 7,831 | 0 |
| CAL AM - MEADOWBROOK | Community | Ground water | 5,656 | 0 |
| DEL PASO MANOR COUNTY WATER DI | Community | Ground water | 4,854 | 0 |
| CAL AM - BASS LAKE | Community | Surface water | 4,527 | 0 |
| CAL AM - ARDEN | Community | Purchased surface water | 4,191 | 0 |
| CAL AM - OAKHURST | Community | Ground water | 3,693 | 0 |
| RIO COSUMNES CORRECTIONAL CENTER [SWS] | Community | Ground water | 2,800 | 1 |
| AIRLINE CROSSING | Community | Ground water | 2,600 | 0 |
| CAL AM - ISLETON | Community | Ground water | 1,693 | 0 |
| CALIFORNIA-AMERICAN GEYSERVILLE (PUC) | Community | Ground water | 1,046 | 0 |
| CAL AM - GOLDSIDE | Community | Ground water | 1,043 | 0 |
| DESCANSO COMMUNITY WATER DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 870 | 0 |
| WEST VALLEY COUNTY WATER DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 798 | 0 |
| CAL AM - WALNUT GROVE | Community | Ground water | 667 | 0 |
| TOKAY PARK WATER CO | Community | Ground water | 653 | 0 |
| CAL AM - DUNNIGAN | Community | Ground water | 602 | 0 |
| RIO VISTA MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 543 | 0 |
| LONE TREE VILLAGE MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 475 | 0 |
| TRAILER HAVEN MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 459 | 0 |
| AURORA ACRES RV RESORT | Community | Ground water | 450 | 0 |
| TEVISTON COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 383 | 0 |
| SAC CITY MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY LP | Community | Ground water | 350 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES MOBILE HOME ESTATE | Community | Ground water | 350 | 1 |
| THREE PALMS MOBILEHOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 347 | 1 |
| CAL AM - RAYMOND | Community | Ground water | 343 | 0 |
| EAST WALNUT GROVE [SWS] | Community | Ground water | 300 | 1 |
| GOLDEN FEATHER MHP | Community | Ground water | 275 | 0 |
| BEAVER RUN MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 275 | 0 |
| HOOD WATER MAINTENCE DIST [SWS] | Community | Ground water | 271 | 1 |
| WILLOWS MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY & RV PARK | Community | Ground water | 261 | 0 |
| RANCHO MARINA | Community | Ground water | 250 | 1 |
| MALVERN COURTS MHP | Community | Ground water | 250 | 0 |
| PARKWAY LAKES RV PARK | Community | Ground water | 250 | 0 |
| PORTERVILLE MOBILE VILLAGE | Community | Ground water | 205 | 1 |
| RIVERSIDE RV PARK | Community | Ground water | 200 | 0 |
| BETHEL ISLAND ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 200 | 0 |
| ANTELOPE CREEK MHP | Community | Ground water | 175 | 0 |
| ISLANDER MARINA | Community | Ground water | 150 | 0 |
| EL NIDO MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 137 | 0 |
| TRINIDAD EXTENDED STAY RV | Community | Surface water | 130 | 0 |
| RIVERVIEW MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 126 | 0 |
| NEW HOPE LANDING GENERAL STORE | Community | Ground water | 125 | 0 |
| COVE MOBILE VILLA | Community | Ground water | 105 | 0 |
| SOUTHWEST TRACT W M D [SWS] | Community | Purchased ground water | 103 | 1 |
| GRANTS PASS MOBILE HOME PARK LLC | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| RIVER VIEW MHC LLC | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| RISELEN PARK | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| BLUE SPRUCE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 90 | 0 |
| WEST COTTONWOOD APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 90 | 1 |
| RIVER BREEZE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 87 | 0 |
| CREEKSIDE MOBILEHOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 85 | 1 |
| CAL AM - COARSEGOLD | Community | Ground water | 83 | 0 |
| BELLA SHORES MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 80 | 3 |
| OROVILLE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 76 | 0 |
| GOLDEN OAKS MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 75 | 0 |
| AUBURN RIDGE WOODS | Community | Ground water | 75 | 0 |
| FRIENDLY ACRES MHP | Community | Ground water | 75 | 1 |
| BRIDGEHAVEN PARK | Community | Surface water | 70 | 12 |
| GOLD COUNTRY HOME PARK - WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| SHASTA HORIZON MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 55 | 0 |
| NORCAL WATER WORKS | Community | Ground water | 45 | 0 |
| FREEPORT MARINA | Community | Ground water | 45 | 7 |
| BONFIRE VILLAGE HOTEL | Community | Ground water | 44 | 28 |
| ANDERSON MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 40 | 0 |
| PLANTATION MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 22 | 0 |
92.7% of households in Sacramento have broadband internet access. 79.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.1% of households have no internet access. 7.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 78 water systems, providing water to 1,223,882 people. A total of 64 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Sacramento is located in Sacramento County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Sacramento.
Election Overview
Source: Sacramento County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
381,564
58.1%
GOP Votes
252,140
38.4%
Total Votes
656,626
Margin
D+19.7%
Shift from 2020
R+5.6pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 381,564 | 252,140 | 656,626 | 58.1% | 38.4% | D+19.7 |
| 2020 | 440,808 | 259,405 | 718,290 | 61.4% | 36.1% | D+25.3 |
| 2016 | 273,768 | 163,024 | 467,526 | 58.6% | 34.9% | D+23.7 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Sacramento County recorded 656,626 total votes. Democrats won the county with 58.1% of the vote compared to 38.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+19.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.6pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Sacramento County has shifted 4.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Official City Website
Source: cityofsacramento.orgPublic Records Request
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
4,687
Total Assets
$32.3B
Total Income
$45.4B
Per 10K Residents
89.3
nonprofits
+38.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
494
Median Assets
$258K
Oldest Active
1930
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $24.4B of $32.3B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Largest Nonprofits in Sacramento
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFSacramento, CA has 4,687 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $32.3B. The most common category is Human Services, with 595 organizations. 494 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 89.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1930.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
6,067
Total Approved
$2.6B
Jobs Supported
64,809
Per 10K Residents
115.6
SBA loans
+69.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
260
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
856 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
4,897
Total Amount
$1.9B
Avg Loan
$381,455
Median Loan
$157,000
SBA Guaranteed
$1.4B(75%)
Jobs Supported
45,189
Loans
1,170
Total Amount
$705.1M
Avg Loan
$602,669
Median Loan
$434,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
939
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$657.6M
26% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$700,343
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Joon Shik Choi & Moon Kyung Choi an Epc to Yny Enterprise Inc. Oc | 2 | $7.8M |
| Beck Rx Pharmacy Inc | 3 | $7.6M |
| Country Oaks Real Estate Llc | 2 | $6.2M |
| Sacramento Laundry Company, Inc. | 8 | $6.0M |
| Grand Designs Inc | 5 | $5.7M |
| Madison Avenue P & L Enterpris | 2 | $5.5M |
| Hilton Garden Inn - Airport | 1 | $5.5M |
| Sierra Oaks Dental Group | 1 | $5.0M |
| Valiba Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Wahe Sadguru Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
Sacramento, CA has received 6,067 SBA loans totaling $2.6B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 4,897 loans (81% of the total), supporting 45,189 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1,170 loans totaling $705.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Sacramento is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 856 loans. That works out to 115.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
31
Total Population
951,489
Avg Median Income
$82,742
Avg Home Value
-$20,999,831
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95605 | 14,711 | $71,361 | $375,500 | $1,615 | 3.9 |
| 95608 | 63,052 | $83,638 | $565,600 | $1,549 | 13.2 |
| 95652 | 1,665 | $24,866 | N/A | $1,283 | 3.7 |
| 95660 | 35,668 | $66,957 | $330,600 | $1,650 | 6.4 |
| 95673 | 16,935 | $96,694 | $438,200 | $1,788 | 16.3 |
| 95691 | 39,894 | $100,822 | $532,400 | $1,543 | 39.0 |
| 95811 | 8,487 | $77,760 | $707,900 | $1,564 | 2.3 |
| 95814 | 12,355 | $46,637 | $621,400 | $1,226 | 1.4 |
| 95815 | 26,511 | $58,590 | $298,400 | $1,448 | 7.7 |
| 95816 | 19,079 | $90,521 | $789,700 | $1,647 | 2.7 |
| 95817 | 14,123 | $64,621 | $500,700 | $1,511 | 2.3 |
| 95818 | 22,798 | $120,509 | $768,700 | $1,650 | 3.9 |
| 95819 | 20,173 | $127,500 | $716,000 | $2,007 | 3.6 |
| 95820 | 35,359 | $69,905 | $394,300 | $1,646 | 5.3 |
| 95821 | 38,372 | $58,331 | $470,900 | $1,342 | 7.1 |
| 95822 | 46,269 | $80,835 | $438,400 | $1,537 | 8.4 |
| 95823 | 83,254 | $63,701 | $372,100 | $1,533 | 11.5 |
| 95824 | 32,432 | $53,938 | $322,400 | $1,392 | 4.0 |
| 95825 | 37,077 | $64,264 | $433,500 | $1,582 | 4.7 |
| 95826 | 40,500 | $77,689 | $441,300 | $1,691 | 10.5 |
| 95827 | 21,032 | $82,382 | $419,500 | $1,790 | 8.9 |
| 95828 | 60,532 | $77,524 | $377,300 | $1,709 | 12.4 |
| 95831 | 44,366 | $96,509 | $619,800 | $1,864 | 7.0 |
| 95832 | 12,973 | $78,230 | $363,600 | $1,938 | 8.3 |
| 95833 | 40,205 | $87,016 | $439,700 | $1,835 | 8.1 |
| 95834 | 35,062 | $98,169 | $518,300 | $1,734 | 10.0 |
| 95835 | 41,678 | $114,413 | $588,300 | $2,177 | 8.9 |
| 95837 | 263 | $176,250 | $1,274,000 | $2,550 | 14.4 |
| 95838 | 40,295 | $63,969 | $369,000 | $1,605 | 9.2 |
| 95841 | 21,232 | $62,305 | $414,200 | $1,577 | 3.9 |
| 95864 | 25,137 | $129,083 | $770,200 | $1,863 | 6.3 |
Sacramento, CA has 31 ZIP codes with a combined population of 951,489. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $82,742. The average median home value is -$20,999,831. The average median monthly rent is $1,672.
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