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Sacramento, CA

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Let’s start with the basics: Sacramento, CA has a population of 529687. What about cost of living in Sacramento, CA? The median income in Sacramento, CA is $86,323 and the median home value is $470,793.

Read on to learn more about Sacramento, CA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Sacramento, CA

Average Temperatures

74 high / 49 low

Average Annual Rainfall

20 in

Average Annual Snowfall

0 in

Quick Facts about Sacramento, California

Median Home Value
$470,793
Median Property Tax
$2,964
Total Population
529,687
Average Commute
21 min
Median Household Income
$86,323
Median Monthly Rent
$1,333

Map of Sacramento, CA

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