City of Elk Grove
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
In 1850, Elk Grove was established as a hotel and stagecoach stop. Located south of historic Sutter’s Fort, it became a crossroads for business, entertainment, mail service and agriculture and acted as home base for gold miners in nearby communities. After it played its part in the early gold rush and statehood history in California, a close-knit community evolved with a distinctly rural and western lifestyle. Despite its proximity to California’s capital city, Elk Grove remained quietly independent of Sacramento’s growth and development as it expanded into adjoining countrywide areas until the 1980’s. Today, Elk Grove is a diverse, vibrant, and family-friendly community of approximately 178,000 people in the Sacramento, California region, located 14 miles south of the State Capitol and 60 miles east of the Bay Area. In addition, the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountains, several wine country regions, and countless other nearby amenities offer endless day-trip opportunities. Elk Grove is a young, ethnically diverse, modern city that was the first city in California to incorporate in the 21st Century (July 2000). The city is known for its low crime rate, excellent schools, over 100 community parks and 28 miles of trails, plentiful dining and shopping options, numerous annual events and festivals, and over 270 sunny days per year. The city is home to an entrepreneurial spirit and a superior quality of life, offering everything from starter homes to ranch estates where families can put down roots. Opportunities to participate in youth sports and countless other outdoor activities abound in Elk Grove. The City is exceptionally proud of District56, a City facility that encompasses an award-winning aquatics complex and many other community-centric amenities. Elk Grove is a city with small town roots that boasts a proud heritage and bright future.