Sacramento, California
Sacramento: The sixth most populous city in California and the center of the Sacramento metropolitan area. It is located in the Sacramento Valley in central California. Sacramento is the capital of California and is known for its government and its many attractions, such as the California State Capitol and the California State Railroad Museum.
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Sacramento is a city located in the county of Sacramento in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 466,488. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 512,838 inhabitants.
The city was created 176 years ago in 1848.
Sacramento is the capital city of California and the county seat of Sacramento County. As of July 29, 2023, Sacramento has a population of approximately 508,529 residents. Here are some key facts about Sacramento:
History
Sacramento was founded in 1848 during the California Gold Rush era. It was chosen as the state capital in 1854 due to its central location and transportation access.
Geography
Sacramento is situated along the confluence of the Sacramento and American Rivers in central California. It lies at the northern end of the Central Valley region.
Economy
As the state capital, government is a major industry. Other key sectors include technology, healthcare, education, and food processing. Sacramento is a major agricultural hub.
Culture & Entertainment
Popular attractions include the California State Capitol, California State Railroad Museum, Sacramento Zoo, and Old Sacramento historic district along the waterfront.
Population
The Sacramento metro area has over 2.3 million residents. Sacramento is one of the most ethnically diverse major cities in the United States.
In summary, Sacramento is a historic city that serves as the political and economic center of California, with a diverse population and attractions that celebrate its role in the Gold Rush era.
Quick Facts about Sacramento
| Population : | 512,838 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | California (United States) |
| County : | Sacramento County |
| Postal code : | 94203–94299, 95800–95899 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 916 |
| Official name : | Sacramento |
| Water as percent of area : | 2.19% |
| Land as percent of area : | 97.81% |
| Altitude : | 30 feet / 9 meters |
| Capital city : | Sacramento is capital of California |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1849 (176 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | UTC−08:00 |
| Local time : | 00:42:45 (11th July 2025) |
| Population growth : | 9.04% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Sacramento is located at 38°34'54"N 121°29'40"W (38.5815700, -121.4944000). It has 2 neighbors: Rio Linda and West Sacramento.
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- Official Website
Official website of Sacramento
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Sacramento has 2 neighbours.
- Rio Linda census-designated place in Sacramento County, California
- West Sacramento The most populous city in Yolo County, California. It is located on the Sacramento River in the Sacramento metropolitan area. West Sacramento is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the West Sacramento Waterfront Park and the West Sacramento Museum.
Demographics
The population of Sacramento increased by 9.04% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 466,488 | - | census |
| 2011 | 470,902 | 0.94% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 474,226 | 0.7% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 478,214 | 0.83% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 482,762 | 0.94% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 488,133 | 1.1% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 494,127 | 1.21% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 500,777 | 1.33% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 507,737 | 1.37% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 513,624 | 1.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 512,838 | -0.15% | estimation process |
Where ot Eat in Sacramento
1 Freeport Wine Country Inn
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Where to Stay in Sacramento
1 Hyatt Regency Sacramento
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2 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sacramento
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3 Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel
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4 Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
100 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Motel 6 Sacramento, CA - Central
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Other Places in Sacramento
1 Sacramento Parking Citation
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2 Sacramento City Hall
915 I St, Sacramento, CA 95814, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Sacramento County Juvenile Hall
9601 Kiefer Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95827, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 City of Sacramento Department of Utilities
1395 35th Ave, Sacramento, CA 95822, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 CITY OF SACRAMENTO
915 I St, Sacramento, CA 95814, United States ➦ Show Map
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6 City of Sacramento | Community Development Department
300 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, United States ➦ Show Map
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7 California Department of Food & Agriculture
1220 N St, Sacramento, CA 95814, United States ➦ Show Map
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8 Sacramento Revenue Division
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9 City of Sacramento Office of Emergency Management
7397 San Joaquin St, Sacramento, CA 95820, United States ➦ Show Map
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10 Plant Pest Diagnostics
3294 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento, CA 95832, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Sacramento (200)
People born in Sacramento, including boxer Michael Simms, Governor of California Hiram Johnson, former professional basketball player and former Mayor of Sacramento Kevin Johnson, .
List
- Michael Hedges (American composer, guitarist and singer-songwriter) he was born in 31/12/1953
- Jessica Chastain (American actress) she was born in 24/03/1977
- Kayden Kross (American actress and director) she was born in 15/09/1985
- Adrienne Barbeau (American actress) she was born in 11/06/1945
- Merrin Dungey (American actress) she was born in 06/08/1971
- Steve Holm (American baseball catcher) he was born in 21/10/1979
- Darryl Hanah (American movie actress) she was born in 14/07/1972
- Joan Didion (American writer) she was born in 05/12/1934
- Greta Gerwig (American actress, director, and screenwriter) she was born in 04/08/1983
- Patty Fendick (US tennis player) she was born in 31/03/1965
- Dalton James (American actor) he was born in 19/03/1971
- Mary Whipple (American rower) she was born in 10/05/1980
- Stephen Carpenter (American musician) he was born in 03/08/1970
- Sam Elliott (American actor) he was born in 09/08/1944
- Colin Hanks (American actor) he was born in 24/11/1977
- Daniel Bell (American minimal techno DJ) he was born in 01/01/1967
- Roger Fouts (American primate researcher) he was born in 08/06/1943
- Richard Cragun (Ballet dancer and choreographer) he was born in 05/10/1944
Schools in Sacramento
College & universities near Sacramento, CA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 122180 | Sacramento City College | Sacramento (CA) | 95822-1386 |
| 110617 | California State University-Sacramento | Sacramento (CA) | 95819-2694 |
| 114460 | Federico Beauty Institute | Sacramento (CA) | 95834 |
| 455761 | Paul Mitchell the School-Sacramento | Sacramento (CA) | 95825 |
| 447777 | Asher College | Sacramento (CA) | 95825 |
Stations (44)
Amtrak & bus stations near Sacramento, CA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAC | Sacramento Valley Station | 401 I Street | RAIL |
| SCS | Sacramento (State Capitol), California | 1389 10th Street | BUS |
| EKG | Elk Grove, California | Harbor Point Drive at Renwick Avenue | BUS |
| DAV | Davis station | 840 Second Street | RAIL |
| RSV | Roseville station | 201 Pacific Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Sacramento
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Plaza Post Office | Sacramento (CA) | 95814 |
| Broadway Post Office | Sacramento (CA) | 95818 |
| Fort Sutter Post Office | Sacramento (CA) | 95816 |
| Broderick Post Office | West Sacramento (CA) | 95605 |
| West Sacramen Post Office | West Sacramento (CA) | 95691 |
Other places with the same name (2)
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Other cities in Sacramento County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Sacramento County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Laguna | 1,370,232 | A city located in Orange County, California. |
| Elk Grove | 177,302 | The third most populous city in Sacramento County, California. |
| Citrus Heights | 87,691 | A city in Sacramento County, California. |
| Folsom | 82,726 | A city in Sacramento County, California. |
| Rancho Cordova | 76,166 | A city in Sacramento County, California. |
| Carmichael | 61,762 | A city in Sacramento County, California. |
| Florin | 47,513 | A census-designated place in Sacramento County, California. |
| North Highlands | 42,694 | Census-designated place in Sacramento County, California |
| Orangevale | 33,960 | Census-designated place in Sacramento County, California |
| Foothill Farms | 33,121 | Census designated place |
| Fair Oaks | 30,912 | California |
| Galt | 26,551 | City in Sacramento County, California, United States of America |
| Rosemont | 22,681 | Village in the U. |
| Rio Linda | 15,106 | Census-designated place in Sacramento County, California |
| La Riviera | 10,802 | Census designated place |
| Live Oak | 9,048 | City in Sutter County, California, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Sacramento distances to largest California cities
