Rancho Cordova, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Rancho Cordova is a mid-size city in California with a population of 80,656. Residents earn $89,120 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
80,656 Population 2,333/sq mi density
$89,120 Median Income $37,822 per capita
$451,400 Home Value $531,738 Zillow
$1,698 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
444 Violent Crime/100K 2,395 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$89,120 median income, 4.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$451,400 home value, $1,698/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
444 violent crimes/100K (17% above avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,120
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $451,400
60% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 444/100K
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.0%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,698
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

How Rancho Cordova Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population80,656
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density2,333/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

A
Median Income$89,120
Per Capita$37,822
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$135,538M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$451,400
Rent$1,698
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$531,738

Crime

F
Violent444/100K
Property2,395/100K
Murder5.8/100K
Assault284/100K
Burglary468/100K

Health

Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation171 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.0%
High School+89.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute28 min
EV Stations30
Libraries32

Is Rancho Cordova a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rancho Cordova receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rancho Cordova offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rancho Cordova is $89,120, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rancho Cordova is $451,400, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,698 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 444 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,395 per 100,000, 22% above the national average.

Education

31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rancho Cordova enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rancho Cordova has a population of 80,656 with a density of 2,333 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.2%), with 3.7% Hispanic, 10.8% Black.

Population

80,656
Total Population
2,333
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
34.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rancho Cordova vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.8%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.2%
170% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rancho Cordova vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rancho Cordova is $89,120, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Rancho Cordova vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,120
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,822
Avg Weekly Wage$1,541
IRS Avg AGI$83,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)73,284
County GDP$135,538M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,301
Healthcare4,098
Retail3,717
Manufacturing761

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rancho Cordova is $451,400, 60% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,698 (46% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $531,738.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$451,400
60% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$531,738
Median List Price$525,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$525,000
$/Sq Ft$294
Homes Sold62
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops22.0%
Inventory177

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,698
46% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,155

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Rancho Cordova, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rancho Cordova vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.9%
Healthcare Facilities4,098
Rancho Cordova has a violent crime rate of 444 per 100,000 residents, 17% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,395 per 100,000 (22% above US avg). The murder rate is 5.8 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Rancho Cordova vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent444.4/100K
17% above US avg
Murder5.8/100K
7% below US avg
Rape24.8/100K
Robbery129.7/100K
Assault284.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,395.2/100K
22% above US avg
Burglary467.7/100K
Theft1,665.3/100K
Vehicle Theft262.3/100K
Arson4.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Rancho Cordova has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area34.6 sq mi (89.5 km²)
Population Density2,333/sq mi
Coordinates38.5771°N, 121.2362°W
County FIPS06067
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.4%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.0%
8% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,333/sq mi
Total Area34.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations30
Alt Fuel Stations45
Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities4,098
Restaurants3,301
Retail Stores3,717

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Work from Home18.2%

Nearby Cities

Compare Rancho Cordova with another city: