Gold River is a suburb or else called CDP in Sacramento, California. The total population of this area is only 7,532. It is a good place for families and in terms of the diversity of people. The education in Gold River is believed to be above average. Alongside it, Gold River is the highest in income in Sacramento.

Gold River is a primarily residential area, however, it accommodates commercial, industrial, retail areas that all benefit the economy of the suburb. The major population segment is more family-oriented or of those who have a house there to live in during the vacations.

Gold River is located nearby the American River, Folsom city, and Rancho Cordova. The planning of lands is of villages. 25 separate villages are regulated by the Gold River Community Association. Each village has also sub-association that controls the living.

Economy

Gold River has a 3.9% unemployment rate. During the last years, there is visible job growth, especially, within young adults and graduates. The jobs have been increased by up to 1.4%.

Cost of Living

It is hard to say that Gold River is cheap in living. Compared to other cities across the nation, the average cost is 51% higher. The community consists of villages, where the majority of houses for a living are for rent or sale. During the last decade, there was a 10% decline in population, one of the reasons is believed to be linked to the high cost of living.

Voting System

Gold River belongs to Sacramento County, and it voted Democratic in the last elections.

Real Estate Market

The median home cost is approximately $578K.

As of now, Gold River has a total population of 7,532. The racial division belongs to 73% of White, 2% of African Americans, less than 1% of Native Americans, 18% of Asians, 6% of Hispanic among others.

Like in other Sacramento cities, in Gold River, there are very hot summers and cold winters.

Averagely, there are 265 sunny days per year, and 0 inches of snow as well as 20 inches of rain.

• Dan Lungren — a former congressman, and California Attorney.
• Roberta MacGlashan — County Supervisor in Sacramento.
• Nasir Gebelli — a former programmer at Square.

Gold River is not so rich in sightseeings or things-to-do, that’s why the majority of residents will prefer visiting nearby cities. However, in Gold River, there are many places for dining experience both for breakfast and late evening if you plan to spend some time with your family during dinner. Among the most popular things you may spend time on, there are:

• Nimbus Dam and Fish Hatchery

Nimbus Hatchery is home to Chinook salmon and steelhead which are raised and then released in the American River. This place itself may become a spot for fun, as the administration offers interesting educational activities both for children and adults who would like to see how fishes are given a life and then released to the river.

Information for Visitors:

It is open Monday to Friday from 8 am — 3 pm. Saturday to Sunday from 9 am — 3 pm. It is closed on Christmas Day.

Raceways are daily open from 7:30 am — 3 pm.

For more information, you may call them directly — (916) 358-2884.

• Sacramento Aquatic Center

This Gold River spot is situated on the Lake Natoma. It is a Boating Center where youth and adults may learn instructions for safe boating, visit classes, and camps aimed to promote the boating sport, organize team buildings as well as access rentals of boats and other equipment.

Among the most popular programs presented in the center, there are sailing, windsurfing, wakeboard, boating, and jet skiing among others. It fits young adults as well as more adult people who want to learn something new.

Information for Visitors:

There are membership fees for every class. The center also offers discounted programs.

The operational hours differ depending on the month, however, during the summer, they are — Monday–Sunday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.

The last rental of equipment goes out at 7:15 and must be returned to the facility by 8:00 pm.

Residents are more into dining experiences, that’s why the feedback on Gold River is mostly about the restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops. There are popular brands such as Starbucks or Papa Murphy’s Pizza, so you won’t experience any lack of internationally-recognized dining spots.

In general, Gold River has a pleasant greenery aesthetic that attracts people for time-spending on nature. If you lack communication, the community resembles a family itself.

Gold River rankings: 22 out of 816 as the Best for Retiring in California, 78 out of 525 as the Best for Living in California, and 105 out of 525 as the Best for Raising a Family in California — as per Niche.