Sacramento, CA
Updated April 29, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$690K
Median Price
21/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
9 min
to Sacramento
Score Breakdown
Our Take
You’ll need a car here; walking options are minimal and traffic can be noisy. Good schools and a decent bike network help, but housing costs are high relative to median income and some crime is above average.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated public schools
- ✓Very bikeable streets
- ✓Convenient 9‑minute commute to downtown Sacramento
- ✓Median income higher than state average
Real Talk
- !Walk score 21 means you’ll almost always drive
- !Noise and traffic from nearby downtown can be bothersome
- !Housing costs (median $689k) are steep for the median income
- !Crime is moderate – not a high‑risk area, but watch out for property crime
- $HOA and property tax expenses
- $Parking fees in downtown areas
- $Higher utility bills due to larger homes
- $Maintenance costs for older properties
Best For
Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Sacramento, CA
Safety grade
5% higher than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.
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