Rancho Cordova, CA Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Rancho Cordova | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 76,492 | 38,909,900 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 2193.3 | 237.3 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 2.26% | 0.19% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 35.7 | 35.4 | 37.1 |
| Households | 26,640 | 13,415,389 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Rancho Cordova grew by 29.1% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 77,325 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Rancho Cordova has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | Rancho Cordova | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $90,374 | $96,718 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 7.51% | 6.01% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.5% | 6.4% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Rancho Cordova is about 7% lower than in California.
Housing
| Metric | Rancho Cordova | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $405,807 | $642,203 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,716 | $1,955 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 57.8% | 55.8% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Rancho Cordova is about 19.7 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,716 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Rancho Cordova spend about 47 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 196 hours, about 8.2 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Rancho Cordova | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 23.5 | 23.6 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 47.0 | 47.2 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 196 | 197 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $6,066 | $6,099 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 18.4% | 15.5% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 40,815 | 16,509 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 3,862 | 2,449 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Rancho Cordova is 23 minutes, shorter than the 24 minutes in California.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Rancho Cordova has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Rancho Cordova | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 27.8% | 33.0% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.88 | 2.85 | 2.54 |
Health
Rancho Cordova has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Rancho Cordova | California Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 78.3 | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 14.9% | 16.4% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 14.1% | 13.9% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rancho Cordova, California.
What is the population of Rancho Cordova, California?
The population of Rancho Cordova, California is 76,492, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Rancho Cordova, California?
The population density of Rancho Cordova, California is 2193.3 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Rancho Cordova, California?
The median household income in Rancho Cordova, California is $90,374, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Rancho Cordova, California?
The median home price in Rancho Cordova, California is $405,807, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Rancho Cordova, California?
The unemployment rate in Rancho Cordova, California is 6.5%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.