Elk Grove – Travel guide at Wikivoyage (2024)

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Is Elk Grove a good area? ›

While the area does not have one of the best crime rates in California, it is generally considered one of the better places to live in Northern California. Elk Grove is relatively average when it comes to the cost of living and the median home price.

Elk Grove was founded in 1850 as a stage stop for travelers coming from Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area, when the Elk Grove Hotel and Stage Stop was opened by James Hall and the town was named after it.

The Metra Rail System can be accessed in nearby communities along the Milwaukee District/West Line (MD-W) that goes from Chicago to Elgin and the Union Pacific/Northwest Line (UP-NW) which goes from Chicago to Harvard. Elk Grove Village is nearest to the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Blue Line on the “L” Train.

Elk Grove is a suburb of Sacramento with a population of 176,105. Elk Grove is in Sacramento County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Elk Grove offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes.

Laguna Park

With a median home price of $524,921 and a median rent of $2,063, Laguna Park is the most expensive neighborhood on our list. Based on the growth in home prices in Laguna Park over the last 3 years, it ranks No. 1 among all the neighborhoods in Elk Grove.

The average household income in Elk Grove is $134,666 with a poverty rate of 8.8%. The median age in Elk Grove is 38.7 years: 37.5 years for males, and 39.7 years for females. Elk Grove is located in Sacramento County, California just outside Sacramento.

The median home price in Elk Grove is $595,000 with a median price per sqft of $336. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Elk Grove to be 138.7% of the national average. This makes it one of the more expensive cities in the US.

The racial makeup of the village was 73.30% White, 12.04% Asian, 1.89% African American, 0.48% Native American, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 4.93% from other races, and 7.34% from two or more races.

Regarded as one of the oldest western settlements in the greater Sacramento region, Elk Grove's Main Street is full of rich history, boutique shops, beautifully appointed restaurants, nightlife, and unique indoor-outdoor public and private events.

How far is Elk Grove from airport? ›

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Grove to Sacramento Airport (SMF) is 26 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Elk Grove to Sacramento Airport (SMF).

The nearest airport to Elk Grove Village is Chicago O'Hare (ORD) Airport which is 3.9 miles away. Other nearby airports include Chicago Midway (MDW) (19.1 miles), Milwaukee (MKE) (65.7 miles), South Bend (SBN) (88.5 miles) and Madison (MSN) (105.6 miles).

There are about 295,601 people living in Elk Grove. Of that population, 28% are under age 20, 12% are 25-34 years old, 14% are 35-44 and 27% are 45-65. About 13% of the Elk Grove population is over age 65.

Elk Grove is most commonly known for its amazing amenities, fabulous restaurants, top-rated schools, and over 90 local parks. Located about 15 miles southeast of Sacramento, the city is surrounded by other great areas like Vineyard, Wilton, and Franklin.

Elk Grove Village is a suburb of Chicago with a population of 32,498. Elk Grove Village is in Cook County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Elk Grove Village offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes.

The median home price in Elk Grove is $595,000 with a median price per sqft of $336. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Elk Grove to be 138.7% of the national average. This makes it one of the more expensive cities in the US.

Elk Grove Village Remains the Most Affordable Community for Residents. A 2023 survey of seven comparable communities shows that Elk Grove Village continues to provide the lowest cost of living for residents.