Sacramento, CA
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.8.20)
AGE IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 32,734 | 6.4% |
| 25 to 29 years | 48,398 | 9.5% |
| 30 to 34 years | 48,486 | 9.5% |
| 35 to 39 years | 35,895 | 7.1% |
| 40 to 44 years | 33,449 | 6.6% |
| 45 to 49 years | 30,070 | 5.9% |
| 50 to 54 years | 29,120 | 5.7% |
| 55 to 59 years | 24,752 | 4.9% |
| 60 to 64 years | 27,335 | 5.4% |
| 65 to 69 years | 22,618 | 4.4% |
| 70 to 74 years | 17,634 | 3.5% |
| 75 to 79 years | 10,510 | 2.1% |
| 80 to 84 years | 7,791 | 1.5% |
| 85+ years | 9,057 | 1.8% |
The median age in Sacramento is 34.3 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 225,098 | 44.3% |
| Black or African American | 67,826 | 13.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 2,764 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 99,214 | 19.5% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 10,191 | 2.0% |
| Other | 61,937 | 12.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 23,806 | 6.8% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 21,558 | 6.2% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 78,509 | 22.5% |
| Some college, no degree | 81,517 | 23.3% |
| Associate’s degree | 26,021 | 7.5% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 77,336 | 22.1% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 40,523 | 11.6% |
| High school graduate or higher | 303,906 | 87.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 117,859 | 33.7% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 231,411 | 66.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 6.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.2% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.8% |
Median household income: $58,456
Mean household income: $79,490
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $22,268 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $29,339 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $35,246 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $54,560 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $76,691 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 416,162 | NA |
| Never married | 171,176 | 41.1% |
| Now married (except separated) | 167,233 | 40.2% |
| Separated | 8,815 | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 17,642 | 4.2% |
| Divorced | 51,296 | 12.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 89,006 | 18.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 87,801 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 95,305 |
| Single-family detached units | 118,176 |
| Homeownership rate | 48.0% |
| Vacancy rate | 6.5% |
| Renters rate | 52.0% |
| Average housing value | $347,343 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $1,365 |
| Average rent | $1,068 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Average income | $79,490 |
| Average household size | 2.66 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 63.3% |
| Percent disabled | 12.1% |
| Percent with health coverage | 93.1% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 25.6 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 3.5% |
| Percent veterans | 5.9% |
| Percent foreign born | 22.6% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 6.4% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $70,314.49 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $554.09 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $327.52 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $95.80 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $49.11 |
| Apparel & services | $2,083.43 |
| Men’s apparel | $405.23 |
| Women’s apparel | $686.06 |
| Children’s apparel | $321.07 |
| Boys’ apparel | $108.11 |
| Girls’ apparel | $120.58 |
| Footwear | $478.72 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,547.46 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $365.60 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,103.53 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,646.27 |
| Education | $1,464.06 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,997.40 |
| Club membership fees | $218.44 |
| Dating services | $0.79 |
| Pet food | $231.79 |
| Pet services | $60.81 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,942.08 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $646.47 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $503.76 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $975.90 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,104.56 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $481.29 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,711.40 |
| Health care | $5,335.32 |
| Medical services | $994.58 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $131.30 |
| Household Services | $1,905.43 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $62.60 |
| Lawn and garden services | $389.88 |
| Housekeeping services | $163.59 |
| PC repair | $6.40 |
| Housing | $22,462.74 |
| Home improvements | $2,272.91 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,562.16 |
| Phone services | $1,690.39 |
| Water | $675.79 |
| Life and other insurance | $384.33 |
| Pensions and social security | $7,492.94 |
| Personal care products and services | $842.93 |
| Hair care products | $102.68 |
| Personal care products | $357.66 |
| Local transportation | $8,073.00 |
| Gasoline | $2,126.56 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,094.19 |
| Travel | $2,044.25 |
| Airline fares | $513.84 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $24.52 |
| Lodging on trips | $546.18 |
| Food and drink on trips | $496.00 |
| Entertainment on trips | $171.88 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN SACRAMENTO COUNTY (home to SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA)
| % with any debt in collections | 28% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,780 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 11% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $872 |
| % with student loan debt | 14% |
| Average student loan debt | $16,268 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $164 |
| % with auto debt | 30% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 10,582 | 4.5% |
| February 2019 | 9,742 | 4.1% |
| March 2019 | 9,829 | 4.1% |
| April 2019 | 8,297 | 3.5% |
| May 2019 | 7,886 | 3.4% |
| June 2019 | 9,284 | 3.9% |
| July 2019 | 9,890 | 4.2% |
| August 2019 | 9,340 | 3.9% |
| September 2019 | 7,863 | 3.3% |
| October 2019 | 8,173 | 3.4% |
| November 2019 | 7,893 | 3.3% |
| December 2019 | 7,660 | 3.2% |
| January 2020 | 9,424 | 4.0% |
| February 2020 | 9,010 | 3.8% |
| March 2020 | 11,630 | 4.9% |
| April 2020 | 33,230 | 14.5% |
| May 2020 | 33,547 | 14.5% |
| June 2020 | 33,145 | 14.0% |
| July 2020 | 31,107 | 13.1% |
| August 2020 | 24,281 | 10.4% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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