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Folsom, CA
Folsom · Sacramento County · CA 95630
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$755K
Median Price
52/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
31 min
to Sacramento
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
BSafety
78/100
D+Schools
50/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Commute
70/100
D+Walkability
52/100
WYLT Score61/100
Our Take
Folsom has great public schools and a low flood risk, making it solid for families. The high home prices and low walkability mean you’ll rely on a car and the community feels very suburban. If you’re okay with that, it’s a reasonable choice, but you’ll need to budget for higher taxes and commute traffic.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public schools (average 5 stars)
- ✓Low flood risk (Flood Zone X)
- ✓Short commute to Sacramento (31 minutes)
- ✓Family‑friendly neighborhoods with parks and community events
Real Talk
- !Home prices ($673k) outpace median income ($134k) – buying is a stretch
- !Walk score 31 means almost no pedestrian or transit options; you’ll need a car
- !Suburban feel limits nightlife and quick food options
- !Rush‑hour traffic can be heavy, especially toward Sacramento
- $Higher property taxes in the area
- $Utility costs can rise on larger suburban homes
- $HOA fees are common in many subdivisions
Best For
Families with young childrenParents looking for good schoolsCommuters to SacramentoSuburban living preference
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Folsom, CA
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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