Moving from Roseville, CA to Sacramento, CA
Moving from Roseville, CA to Sacramento, CA is a 20 mi drive, about 27 min by car. This is a local relocation — same-day moves are typical — but cost-of-living, housing, and tax lines still shift enough to plan around. The sections below pull current figures from BEA, the Census Bureau, Zillow, BLS, and NOAA for a side-by-side look.
20 mi · 27 min by car · CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 80 BUSINESS, I 80 |
| Major cities en route | Elk Grove |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Roseville | Sacramento | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 106.67 | 106.67 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 151.29 | 151.29 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 105.168 | 105.168 | 100.0 |
| Services | 130.23 | 130.23 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in Sacramento and Roseville is within ±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) — plan your budget on category-level differences instead.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in Sacramento is 0.0% below Roseville — $644,324 vs $479,766 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03).
YoY change: Roseville -1.4%, Sacramento -2.5%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Roseville | Sacramento |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 61°F | 63°F |
| January avg low | 38°F | 41°F |
| July avg high | 94°F | 94°F |
| Annual snowfall | — | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 18.0" | 19.2" |
Annual average temperatures in Roseville (61.2°F) and Sacramento (63.4°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Sacramento gets essentially no annual snowfall on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals — winter gear can largely stay in storage.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: SACRAMENTO METRO AP, CA US, SACRAMENTO 5 ESE, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Roseville | Sacramento |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 152,438 | 524,802 |
| Median household income | $117,354 | $83,753 |
| Median age | 39.8 | 35.7 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 30% | 22.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.63 | 2.63 |
Median household income in Sacramento is 0.0% below Roseville ($117,354 vs $83,753, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Sacramento MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 127,580 | $49,240 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 92,040 | $35,560 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 79,450 | $43,790 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 78,260 | $38,490 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 71,860 | $81,700 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20–30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.
To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.
Winter driving along this route
- Donner Pass (I-80) and Tejon Pass (I-5 Grapevine) see chain requirements and occasional closures December through March.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Sacramento average 94°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Wildfire season in California typically peaks July through October — register for county emergency alerts during unpack.
- Arrange utility connection (power, internet, gas, water) two weeks ahead of move-in.
- Update mailing address with USPS change-of-address within the first week post-move.
Frequently asked
How much do homes cost in Sacramento compared to Roseville?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $479,766 in Sacramento vs $644,324 in Roseville — a 25.5% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
When is the best time to move from Roseville to Sacramento?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 20 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How far is Sacramento, CA from Roseville, CA?
The driving distance is 20 mi and the route typically takes 27 min via I 80 BUSINESS and I 80. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does household income compare in Roseville vs Sacramento?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $83,753 in Sacramento vs $117,354 in Roseville — a 28.6% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How does the job market in Sacramento compare to Roseville?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $55,290 in the Sacramento MSA vs $55,290 in the Roseville MSA, on total employment of 1,048,170 and 1,048,170 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
Plan the move
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City profiles: Roseville, CA · Sacramento, CA.