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Placer County
City in California, United States
Overview
Placer County blends spacious suburbs and charming historic towns with the dramatic Sierra Nevada foothills. Known for lively communities, outdoor recreation, and proximity to both Sacramento and Lake Tahoe, it offers a welcoming base for visitors and residents alike.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
California
Population
404,739
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
39.06°, -120.72°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
81
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
72
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$3,200
Local Cost
$2,430
Local Income
$4,300
Cashless
93
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
BLU
Distance
24 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.
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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