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Is Rocklin a Good Place to Live? Rocklin, California: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Rocklin ranks #187 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #92 of 524 smaller cities and #12 of 188 in California. Against similar-size cities it stands out for high graduation rates (96%, #8 of 437) and fast population growth (+1.8%, #48 of 468), and trails on high rents ($2,258/mo, #455 of 524) and expensive homes ($703,400, #445 of 524).
Rocklin by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Rocklin's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Rocklin?
Rocklin's cost of living index is 106.7, 7% above the US level of 100 and #1026 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,258/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $690,121, 10% below the typical California home ($764,158).
| Measure | Rocklin | CaliforniaCA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 106.7#1026 of 1,308 | 113 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home value (Zillow)Zillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $690,121#1005 of 1,187 | $764,158 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rent (Zillow)Zillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $2,478/mo#909 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $703,400#1151 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $2,258/mo#1188 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 5.7x#982 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 21.8%#657 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). California is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Rocklin housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Rocklin is in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro.
California housing market →Is Rocklin safe?
Rocklin recorded 122 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 67% below the US rate of 373 and 72% below California's 440. That ranks #180 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #76 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Rocklin Police Department. Property crime runs 838 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
| Measure | Rocklin | CaliforniaCA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 373 | 122#180 of 1,083 | 440 | 264 | 373 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,553 · US 2,083 | 838#149 of 1,083 | 2,490 | 1,553 | 2,083 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). California is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Rocklin?
The median household in Rocklin earns $124,168, 62% above the US figure of $76,827 and 35% above California ($91,905). Unemployment is 4.3% (US 4.2%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.8% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
| Measure | Rocklin | CaliforniaCA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $76,827 | $124,168#130 of 1,312 | $91,905 | $83,646 | $76,827 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.2% | 4.3%#615 of 1,058 | 5.4% | 4.2% | 4.2% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 5.6%#140 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.8% | +1.8%#117 of 1,132 | +0.2% | +0.2% | +0.8% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). California is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Rocklin?
The median resident of Rocklin is 38.4 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 48% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #295 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 68.3% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Rocklin | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 38.4 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 48%#295 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 68.3% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Rocklin's schools and health?
Rocklin's 20 public schools graduate 96% of students in four years (California 85%), with 22.2 students per teacher and $13,796 spent per pupil. 26.7% of adults are obese and 8.6% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Rocklin | CaliforniaCA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 96%#29 of 1,063 | 85% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 22.2#1038 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $13,796#730 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 26.7%#210 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 8.6%#159 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 16%#410 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 5%#69 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). California is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 14,137 students are enrolled in Rocklin's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Rocklin?
The average commute in Rocklin is 26.1 minutes (California 25.2); 0.5% of workers take transit and 23.7% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Rocklin scores 11.6 of 20 (above average walkable), #521 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 75.7°F and winters 47.8°F, with 36.1 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Rocklin | CaliforniaCA | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 26.1 min#868 of 1,312 | 25.2 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 7.3%#859 of 1,312 | 11.9% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 67.9% | 68.4% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 23.7% | 13.6% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 11.6#521 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). California is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56.3 | 37.8 | 7 |
| Feb | 59.4 | 40 | 6.5 |
| Mar | 63.1 | 42.3 | 6.1 |
| Apr | 68.1 | 44.8 | 2.8 |
| May | 76.9 | 51.5 | 1.7 |
| Jun | 85.7 | 57.5 | 0.4 |
| Jul | 92.7 | 63.4 | 0 |
| Aug | 92 | 62.8 | 0.1 |
| Sep | 86.8 | 59.5 | 0.2 |
| Oct | 76.9 | 51.6 | 1.4 |
| Nov | 63.8 | 43.1 | 3.1 |
| Dec | 55.8 | 37.2 | 6.8 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Auburn.
| Measure | Rocklin | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 61.2°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 75.7°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 47.8°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 36.1 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Auburn.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Rocklin?
Placer County's air had a median air quality index of 52, and 46% of measured days were rated good; 2 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Placer County's biggest natural hazard losses in wildfire, earthquake, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.16% of building value, higher than 54% of US counties.
| Measure | Rocklin | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 52#889 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 2#481 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.16%#719 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Placer County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Placer County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Wildfire | 0.023% | 91% of counties |
| Earthquake | 0.016% | 84% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.1% | 70% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Rocklin compare with similar-size cities?
Rocklin is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #92 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 73,327.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocklin, CAPop. 73,327 | #187 | 64.8 | $124,168 | $2,258/mo | 122 | 26.1 min |
| Noblesville, INPop. 73,362 | #142 | 66.6 | $104,047 | $1,389/mo | 71 | 26.6 min |
| Kalamazoo, MIPop. 73,076 | #1266 | 40.7 | $52,272 | $1,078/mo | 1,084 | 18.5 min |
| Tamarac, FLPop. 73,019 | #1096 | 47.9 | $61,718 | $1,895/mo | part year | 31.4 min |
| Gulfport, MSPop. 73,003 | #1133 | 47.2 | $49,919 | $1,086/mo | 569 | 21.9 min |
| Marysville, WAPop. 73,002 | #456 | 58.8 | $103,974 | $1,997/mo | 168 | 31.5 min |
| Rogers, ARPop. 72,981 | #323 | 61.5 | $86,728 | $1,270/mo | 273 | 18.2 min |
| Greenville, SCPop. 72,935 | #658 | 55.7 | $71,472 | $1,312/mo | 466 | 19 min |
| Ankeny, IAPop. 72,615 | #80 | 69.0 | $108,198 | $1,319/mo | 151 | 21.1 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Rocklin compare with the rest of California?
Rocklin ranks #12 of the 188 California cities we track, with a score of 64.8 against California's statewide 42.9. Its households earn 35% above the California median. Violent crime is 72% below the statewide rate. Homes are 10% below the typical California home.
| City | Rank in CA | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto, CAPop. 67,237 | #1 | 70.9 | $231,101 | $3,484/mo | 159 |
| Sunnyvale, CAPop. 154,236 | #2 | 69.3 | $186,170 | $3,039/mo | 188 |
| Cupertino, CAPop. 58,566 | #3 | 68.3 | $234,707 | $3,501/mo | 70 |
| Santa Clara, CAPop. 130,256 | #4 | 68.1 | $178,958 | $3,016/mo | 172 |
| Folsom, CAPop. 83,916 | #5 | 68.0 | $139,804 | $2,352/mo | 161 |
| San Mateo, CAPop. 103,105 | #6 | 67.1 | $153,504 | $3,077/mo | 168 |
| Dublin, CAPop. 70,803 | #7 | 66.5 | $214,385 | $3,191/mo | 146 |
| Pleasanton, CAPop. 76,960 | #8 | 65.2 | $190,124 | $3,060/mo | 123 |
| Mountain View, CAPop. 83,732 | #9 | 65.1 | $189,917 | $3,062/mo | 208 |
| Encinitas, CAPop. 61,480 | #10 | 65.1 | $162,229 | $2,886/mo | 108 |
| Newport Beach, CAPop. 83,845 | #11 | 64.8 | $156,867 | $3,316/mo | 251 |
| Rocklin, CAPop. 73,327 | #12 | 64.8 | $124,168 | $2,258/mo | 122 |
| San Ramon, CAPop. 85,993 | #13 | 64.5 | $196,161 | $2,968/mo | 92 |
| Fremont, CAPop. 228,295 | #14 | 64.2 | $181,506 | $2,933/mo | 106 |
| El Dorado Hills, CAPop. 51,026 | #15 | 64.2 | $165,349 | $2,552/mo | no data |
| San Francisco, CAPop. 830,235 | #16 | 64.1 | $140,970 | $2,476/mo | 486 |
The top 10 of the 188 and the cities ranked either side of Rocklin among the California cities we track, by overall score. California statewide: median income $91,905, violent crime 440 per 100,000.
How is Rocklin's score calculated?
Rocklin scores 64.8 out of 100, #187 of 1,312 (grade A, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with California's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Rocklin. Similar-size median 55.5.
72.3 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Rocklin's police agency. Similar-size median 77.6.
93.0 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Rocklin. Similar-size median 58.9.
71.9 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Rocklin's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
52.8 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Rocklin's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
36.7 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Rocklin. Similar-size median 56.1.
84.0 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Rocklin. Similar-size median 42.4.
58.1 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Rocklin. Similar-size median 50.0.
56.6 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Rocklin's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
55.8 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
41.0 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Rocklin's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Rocklin has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Rocklin
Is Rocklin, CA a good place to live?
Rocklin ranks #187 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #92 of 524 smaller cities and #12 of 188 in California. Against similar-size cities it stands out for high graduation rates (96%, #8 of 437) and fast population growth (+1.8%, #48 of 468), and trails on high rents ($2,258/mo, #455 of 524) and expensive homes ($703,400, #445 of 524).
What is the cost of living in Rocklin?
Rocklin's cost of living index is 106.7, 7% above the US level of 100 and #1026 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,258/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $690,121, 10% below the typical California home ($764,158).
What is the crime rate in Rocklin?
Rocklin recorded 122 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 67% below the US rate of 373 and 72% below California's 440. That ranks #180 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #76 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Rocklin Police Department. Property crime runs 838 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
What is the median household income in Rocklin?
The median household in Rocklin earns $124,168, 62% above the US figure of $76,827 and 35% above California ($91,905). Unemployment is 4.3% (US 4.2%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.8% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
How much is rent in Rocklin?
Median rent in Rocklin is $2,258/mo (Census), #1188 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Zillow's typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $2,478/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 21.8% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Rocklin?
Zillow's typical home value in Rocklin is $690,121, up 0.3% in a year, against $764,158 for California and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $703,400.
How are the public schools in Rocklin?
Rocklin's 20 public schools graduate 96% of students in four years (California 85%), with 22.2 students per teacher and $13,796 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Rocklin?
The average commute is 26.1 minutes, #868 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 25.2 minutes across California. 7.3% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Rocklin?
Rocklin averages 61.2°F over the year, 75.7°F in summer and 47.8°F in winter, with 36.1 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Rocklin walkable?
Rocklin scores 11.6 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (above average walkable), #521 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Rocklin at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Placer County's biggest natural hazard losses in wildfire, earthquake, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.16% of building value, higher than 54% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Rocklin?
Placer County's air had a median air quality index of 52, and 46% of measured days were rated good; 2 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in Rocklin?
Rocklin has 73,327 residents. The median resident of Rocklin is 38.4 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 48% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #295 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 68.3% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Rocklin compare with the rest of California?
Rocklin ranks #12 of the 188 California cities we track, with a score of 64.8 against California's statewide 42.9. Its households earn 35% above the California median. Violent crime is 72% below the statewide rate. Homes are 10% below the typical California home.
What cities are similar in size to Rocklin?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Rocklin's population of 73,327 are Noblesville, IN (#142 overall), Kalamazoo, MI (#1266 overall), Tamarac, FL (#1096 overall), Gulfport, MS (#1133 overall), and Marysville, WA (#456 overall). Rocklin is #187.