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Sacramento

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  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • City in California
  • 573 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B
    2. Crime & Safety
      C
    3. Housing
      C
    4. Nightlife
      A
    5. Good for Families
      B
    6. Diversity
      A+
    7. Jobs
      C+
    8. Weather
      A+
    9. Cost of Living
      C-
    10. Health & Fitness
      A-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      A-
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    Sacramento is a city in California with a population of 489,650. Sacramento is in Sacramento County. Living in Sacramento offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Sacramento there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Sacramento and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Sacramento are above average.
    About Sacramento...
    Population
    489,650

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $287,600
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,114
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      53%
    • Own
      47%
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    Sacramento Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

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    • Public Schools
    • Private Schools
    • Colleges

      Crime & Safety

      Crime & Safety
      C
      Based on violent and property crime rates.
      Violent Crimes
      • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
      National
      • Assault
        428
        282.7
      • Murder
        7.8
        6.1
      • Rape
        19.8
        40.7
      • Robbery
        220
        135.5
      Property Crimes
      • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
      National
      • Burglary
        577.6
        500.1
      • Theft
        1,815.4
        2,042.8
      • Motor Vehicle Theft
        543.6
        284

      Residents

      Diversity
      A+
      Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
      Age
      • <10 years
        14%
      • 10-17 years
        10%
      • 18-24 years
        10%
      • 25-34 years
        18%
      • 35-44 years
        13%
      • 45-54 years
        12%
      • 55-64 years
        11%
      • 65+ years
        12%
      Education Levels
      National
      • Master's degree or higher
        12%
        12%
      • Bachelor's degree
        20%
        19%
      • Some college or associate's degree
        32%
        29%
      • High school diploma or equivalent
        21%
        28%
      • Less than high school diploma
        16%
        13%

      Working in Sacramento

      Jobs
      C+
      Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
      Median Household Income
      $54,615
      National
      $55,322
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      Sacramento Reviews

      573 reviews
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      One of my favorite things about Sacramento is the incredible food! There are so many different styles of restaurants, and tons of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options. They also have incredible micro-breweries in the area, each one having a unique vibe, with tons of different flavor options.
      Another great reason to live in Sacramento is the diversity of each neighborhood. The "Fab 40's" is a gorgeous neighborhood in East Sacramento with beautiful mansions and tree-lined streets and sidewalks. Midtown is one of the oldest neighborhoods, with homes that are almost 150 years old. My favorite neighborhood is Oak Park. This is where I work and live, and I have watched this neighborhood blossom the last couple of years. This neighborhood is low income, or "urban", but offers more beauty and complexity than anywhere else in the city. Oak Park is a strong community supported by strong people of color, who are passionate about their families and their neighborhood.
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      I've found an amazing home in Sac. The scene is lively and the people are overall nice. The Sac PD and DA's office are trash however and foster an unwelcome space for black residents. There is an influx of young professionals from LA and the Bay that are willing to pay inflated rent prices, but it's interesting to be on the ride with the city and see how it handles this challenge. Homelessness and addiction are also large problems, comparable to other urban centers in CA. But enough of the bad! The river is great. The food and coffee are excellent. A really fun and diverse local scene once you tap into it.
      I moved to Sacramento about four years ago and I do not regret this decision. Sacramento has a poor reputation, many finding it not for them. This is true for many, especially for those who prefer a party city. Sacramento is one of the most diverse cities I've ever had the pleasure of living in. This adds a different layer that many other cities don't have, there's always opportunities to meet and interact with new people! Something that does lower my rating of is the lack of places in Sacramento, it can be boring when compared to others cities such as San Francisco. There isn't much to do.