Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
16%
Rocklin
Rocklin, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,003
Population
73,344
Renter Mix
32% Rent
A busy city just minutes from Sacramento
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Rocklin's old granite quarries didn't disappear — they became zip lines, rock climbing walls, and concert venues at Quarry Park Adventures, giving this Sacramento-area city a backstory you can actually explore. Sitting about 21 miles northeast of the state capital along I-80, Rocklin delivers a relaxed, spread-out feel with plenty of green space and trails woven throughout. Neighborhoods like Stanford Ranch and Whitney Ranch each have their own character, while the nearby Galleria at Roseville adds a full range of shopping and dining just minutes away.
Rocklin's rental landscape includes spacious townhomes, single-story flats, and well-appointed apartment communities — many with resort-style amenities and mountain views framed by the Sierra Nevada. Sierra College and William Jessup University anchor a steady academic presence in the city, adding community events and cultural programming throughout the year. Before the Gold Rush reshaped this region, the Nisenan Maidu called the area home, and that deep history still echoes through local landmarks like the Rocklin History Museum inside the Fletcher House. For commuters, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone craving room to breathe without straying far from Sacramento, Rocklin hits a satisfying balance.
Explore the City
The open spaces are great for walks.
Residents walk the trails in Margaret Azevedo Park.
Rocklin residents shop for groceries and more at the Rock Creek Plaza.
Safeway anchors the Rock Creek Plaza with groceries and a pharmacy.
Sports field at Margaret Azevedo Park in Rocklin.
A beautiful day for outdoor walks in Rocklin.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$112,747
Average: $136,861
Education
26,225
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
35,873
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Rocklin has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Rocklin, CA is $1,992 for one bedroom, $2,241 for two bedrooms, and $2,801 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rocklin has decreased by -2.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,992/month
760 Sq Ft
House
$2,733/month
1,537 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,860/month
886 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,360/month
1,255 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Rocklin, CA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
554 Students
Public
Grades K-5
414 Students
Public
Grades K-5
556 Students
Public
Grades K-5
445 Students
Public
Grades K-5
416 Students
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy
Public
Grades 6-12
776 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
979 Students
Maria Montessori Charter Academy
Public
Grades K-8
283 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
780 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,041 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,936 Students
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy
Public
Grades 6-12
776 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sierra College Natural History Museum
- Mahany Park
- Traylor Ranch Bird Sanctuary
- Luken Park
- Mahan Park
Transit / Subway
Military Bases
Airports
- Sacramento International
Top Apartments in Rocklin
Houses for Rent in Rocklin
Property Management Companies in Rocklin, CA
BLVD Residential
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92
Communities
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7,900
Units
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33
Cities
11 Communities in Rocklin
The Ezralow Company/First Pointe Management
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24
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5,041
Units
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14
Cities
10 Communities in Rocklin
Vertus Properties, Inc.
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38
Communities
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3,187
Units
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15
Cities
9 Communities in Rocklin
Greystar
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3,486
Communities
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959,251
Units
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891
Cities
8 Communities in Rocklin
Pacific Capital Management
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16
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1,858
Units
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9
Cities
8 Communities in Rocklin
JMK Investments, Inc.
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10
Communities
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1,810
Units
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3
Cities
7 Communities in Rocklin
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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.