Rancho Cordova, CA

Rancho Cordova CA scores 55/100 on safety (below average). Crime is about 16% above the national average. Expect more property crime (car break-ins, package theft) than a quiet suburb.

Detail: overall crime index 116 (100 = avg); violent crime index 119; property crime index 113. Indexes near 100 track a typical U.S. load. Higher means more crime pressure on that category.

School quality varies by neighborhood in Rancho Cordova. Check GreatSchools.org or your local district for current ratings before you choose a ZIP.

Typical rent in Rancho Cordova is about $1,787/month (on the high side). At $1,787/month for a typical unit, you need about $64,332+ in household income to rent comfortably without stretching (3× rent × 12). Typical home value: $477,600.

Median household income is $89,585, property taxes run about 1.45%, and homes typically sell in around 28 days. Local median income ($89,585) clears the $64,332 comfort line for that rent.

Walk Score 68 (Somewhat Walkable); transit score 42 (Some Transit).

Average temperature is about 80°F (highs near 92°F, lows near 67°F).

Most of the year is outdoor-friendly; peak summer still needs AC for comfort. Cooling costs matter more than heating for most of the year. If you visit, go in late summer so you feel the heat, not just a mild weekend.

Who tends to thrive in Rancho Cordova: (1) People who genuinely love heat and do not mind living indoors June through September (highs near 92°F) (2) Tech and finance workers (the job market is real and local pay near $89,585 helps carry housing costs) (3) Households earning $64,332+ who can clear the 3× rent rule at $1,787/month (4) Movers with a locked job offer in Rancho Cordova who already priced rent and commute

Who should look elsewhere: (1) People with young kids who want to let them roam freely (crime pressure is real here; safety 55/100) (2) People who need outdoor time year-round for their mental health (summers lock you inside for 3–4 months; highs near 92°F) (3) Anyone stretching past 40% of take-home on housing at $1,787/month

Income sniff test: clear about $64,332 household income for $1,787/month rent. Under that, pick a cheaper ZIP or a different city.

Rancho Cordova scores 55/100 on safety with $1,787/month typical rent. Run the numbers against your income before committing.