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El Dorado County
City in California, United States
Overview
El Dorado County, set between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe, is renowned for its Gold Rush history, outdoor recreation, charming small towns, and lively agricultural scene. From historic Placerville to the resorts of South Lake Tahoe, the region blends dramatic landscapes, local wine, and mountain adventure.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
California
Population
191,185
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
38.78°, -120.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$3,460
Local Cost
$2,240
Local Income
$4,400
Cashless
85
English
99
Temperature
11.5°C
Summer Avg
21.2°C
Winter Avg
3.0°C
Record High
40.2°C
Record Low
-17.2°C
Humidity
59%
Precipitation
958 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
PVF
Distance
21 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 85/100.
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