Sacramento County, California
Sacramento County is centered around California’s state capital, Sacramento. The city blends Gold Rush history with government institutions and has become an increasingly popular place to live, partly because housing costs can be lower than in the Bay Area.
The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and other outdoor recreation. Folsom is known for its connection to the famous prison referenced in Johnny Cash’s music, while today the city is also home to major technology companies and growing suburban communities.
Agriculture remains important in parts of Sacramento County, with local farms and roadside stands offering fresh produce. Although the county may not have the same international spotlight as Los Angeles or San Francisco, Sacramento’s professional sports scene, including the Sacramento Kings, adds plenty of energy to the region.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Sacramento County |
| County Seat | Sacramento |
| Population | Approximately 1.6 million |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Sacramento, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Isleton |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 5, Interstate 80, State Route 50, State Route 99 |
| FIPS Code | 06-067 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 965 square miles (Land: 958 sq mi, Water: 7 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Sutter County (Northwest), Placer County (North), El Dorado County (Northeast), Amador County (East), San Joaquin County (South), Contra Costa County (Southwest), Solano County (West), Yolo County (West) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Standard Time (PST) |
| State | California |
| Coordinates | 38.5800° N, 121.4867° W |
| Etymology | Named after the city of Sacramento, which was named for the “Holy Sacrament” |
| Major Landmarks | California State Capitol, Old Sacramento Historic District, Sacramento Zoo, Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park |
PHYSICAL MAP
Sacramento County Topographic Map
This topographic map highlights Sacramento County’s predominantly flat landscape in California’s Central Valley. The contour lines reveal the subtle elevation changes across the county’s broad river floodplains.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Sacramento County Satellite Map
This satellite map shows urban development concentrated around the confluence of major rivers, with agricultural lands forming a patchwork around the Sacramento metropolitan area.
OUTLINE MAP
Sacramento County Blank Map
This blank map outlines Sacramento County’s compact shape in the Central Valley. The western boundary follows the Sacramento River, while the southern edge extends along the Cosumnes River.
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