Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
16%
Elk Grove
Elk Grove, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,913
Population
177,057
Renter Mix
27% Rent
At the center of everything northern California has to offer.
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Located in Sacramento County, Elk Grove combines suburban living with easy access to city amenities. This growing community, situated minutes from California's capital, offers housing options ranging from historic properties in Old Town to newer developments throughout the city. Current rental trends show average monthly rates of $1,952 for one-bedroom units, $2,241 for two bedrooms, and $2,464 for three-bedroom homes, with year-over-year increases ranging from 1.7% to 3.6%. The Cosumnes Community Services District maintains over 100 parks throughout the area, including Emerald Lakes Golf Course. Notable areas include the historic Old Town district and the Laguna area, known for its proximity to shopping and dining options.
Established in 1850 as a stage stop between Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area, Elk Grove has grown into a thriving community. The Elk Grove Unified School District serves the area, and the city hosts regular community events throughout the year. Local attractions include several established wineries and tasting rooms. The technology sector maintains a strong presence in the area, contributing to employment opportunities. Recent additions to the city's park system, including Singh and Kaur Park, reflect the community's commitment to creating welcoming spaces for residents.
Explore the City
This park is spacious with green grass, play structure, and tennis courts.
Flowers are in bloom at Green Acres.
Large modern homes enjoy a quiet surrounding with a park at the end of the street.
A long distance runner training on Franklin Creek Trail for Ironman 2024.
Find peace and nature at Elk Grove Regional Park in Elk Grove.
Enjoy your coffee outside at Peet's Coffee in Machado Farms.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$112,533
Average: $132,325
Education
51,409
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
88,634
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Elk Grove has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
27%
Non-Renters
73%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
25%
Other Education
75%
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Elk Grove, CA is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
1,050 Students
Public
Grades K-5
1,019 Students
Public
Grades K-5
932 Students
Public
Grades K-5
839 Students
Public
Grades K-5
817 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,136 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,447 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,317 Students
Edward Harris, Jr. Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,187 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
877 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,650 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,536 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,109 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,263 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,142 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Sacramento International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.