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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 63.8% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 36.2% |
| 170% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $89,120 |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,822 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,541 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,943 |
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 73,284 |
| County GDP | $135,538M |
| Restaurants | 3,301 |
| Healthcare | 4,098 |
| Retail | 3,717 |
| Manufacturing | 761 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,181 |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.37% |
| Commute Time | 27.5 min |
| Work from Home | 18.2% |
| Census Median | $451,400 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $531,738 |
| Median List Price | $525,000 |
| Median List Price | $525,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $294 |
| Homes Sold | 62 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.3% |
| Price Drops | 22.0% |
| Inventory | 177 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,698 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,155 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,181 |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.37% |
| Obesity | 29.5% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.6% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,616/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,098 |
| Total Violent | 444.4/100K |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Murder | 5.8/100K |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Rape | 24.8/100K |
| Robbery | 129.7/100K |
| Assault | 284.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,395.2/100K |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 467.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,665.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 262.3/100K |
| Arson | 4.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 204 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 34.1 inches |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 34.6 sq mi (89.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,333/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5771°N, 121.2362°W |
| County FIPS | 06067 |
Winner: Democrat by 19.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.0% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,333/sq mi |
| Total Area | 34.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 30 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 45 |
| Public Libraries | 32 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,098 |
| Restaurants | 3,301 |
| Retail Stores | 3,717 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 204 |
| Avg Commute | 27.5 min |
| Work from Home | 18.2% |