Living in Placer County, California

Placer County is a county in California with a population of around 398,329, part of the Sacramento-Arden-Arcade-Roseville, CA MSA metro area. The main communities are Roseville, Rocklin, Lincoln.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,552/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $670K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 48°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Placer County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a moderately educated workforce (40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.