Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA Metro Area

Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA · Metro Area

2,426,388Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 4 counties (3 central, 1 outlying), part of the Sacramento-Roseville, CA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $97,188
Median home value: $589,500
Land area: 5,093 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Sacramento County, CA	Central	1,594,006	$92,175	$534,200
Placer County, CA	Central	419,156	$115,998	$688,100
Yolo County, CA	Outlying	220,564	$91,752	$620,700
El Dorado County, CA	Central	192,662	$108,845	$679,900

Largest cities and towns

83 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Sacramento, CA	City	528,706	$87,321
Elk Grove, CA	City	179,155	$125,924
Roseville, CA	City	155,955	$119,288
Arden-Arcade, CA	CDP	94,994	$77,321
Citrus Heights, CA	City	86,995	$82,314
Folsom, CA	City	83,916	$139,804
Rancho Cordova, CA	City	81,849	$89,585
Carmichael, CA	CDP	76,948	$85,914
Rocklin, CA	City	73,327	$124,168
Davis, CA	City	66,978	$90,045
Woodland, CA	City	61,854	$90,180
West Sacramento, CA	City	54,927	$93,188
Lincoln, CA	City	52,956	$111,990
El Dorado Hills, CA	CDP	51,026	$165,349
Florin, CA	CDP	50,211	$71,111
Antelope, CA	CDP	48,301	$99,067
North Highlands, CA	CDP	47,957	$65,495
Vineyard, CA	CDP	43,751	$105,313
Foothill Farms, CA	CDP	36,435	$68,260
Orangevale, CA	CDP	35,958	$99,832
Fair Oaks, CA	CDP	32,799	$116,975
Galt, CA	City	25,962	$94,393
Rosemont, CA	CDP	23,766	$90,046
Granite Bay, CA	CDP	21,673	$184,606
South Lake Tahoe, CA	City	21,269	$82,002

Also in the Sacramento-Roseville, CA combined area

Yuba City, CA · metro · 183,364 Truckee-Grass Valley, CA · micro · 102,481

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Unemployment

6.2%

College Educated

37.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$97,188

Mean Household Income

$127,132

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.2%

Female

50.8%

Population Split

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Mexican18.0%

German10.1%

English9.7%

Irish8.2%

Italian4.6%

French1.8%

Scottish1.8%

Polish1.2%

African0.9%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

19.5%Foreign Born

80.5%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized58.8%

Non-Citizen41.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later29.9%

Before 201070.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

954,751

Median Rent

$1,819/mo

Median Home Value

$589,500

Median Year Built

1984

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

618,193

College Enrollment

25.2%

High School

21.0%

College Educated

37.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

27.1 min

Drive Alone Rate

65.9%

Public Transit

1.3%

Work From Home

19.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.2%

18-34 Years

22.8%

35-64 Years

38.3%

65+ Years

16.7%

Population Composition

Under 1822.2%

18-3422.8%

35-6438.3%

65+16.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

49.1%

Single Parent

5.8%

Living Alone

25.3%

Avg Size

2.70

Household Types

Married Couples49.1%

Single Parent5.8%

Living Alone25.3%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$47,193

SNAP Usage

11.9%

Health Insurance

95.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k12.2%

$25k - $50k13.1%

$50k - $100k26.1%

$100k+48.5%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

5.8%

Retail Trade

10.1%

Education & Health Care

23.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

12.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

93.8%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

97.1%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

106.7

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

79.6

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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