West Sacramento is located very close to Sacramento ― to be more precise, these two adjacent cities are separated by the Sacramento River only. So, West Sac is a great choice for those, who work in the capital of California, but prefer to live in a quieter place.

West Sac is a medium-sized city characterized by a calm and cozy atmosphere. Most local residents are young and have good wages. This place is also considered to be comparatively safe.

As of now, the city is being actively developed and extended. It keeps on growing and attracting new citizens, which can be easily proven by the fact that there are many newly-built houses.

• Although West Sac is adjacent to Sacramento, it belongs to Yolo County.
• The total area of West Sacramento is about 59 sq km.
• As of 2010, there were 48,744 citizens.
• The zip-codes of this city: 95691, 95605.
• The mayor of West Sacramento is Christopher L. Cabaldon, who has been occupying this position for more than 20 years.
• The city is the food industry hub and the agricultural center. There are dozens of farms and manufacturing facilities located within its territory and nearby.

• To watch a game in Sutter Health Park. This place is the home of the Sacramento River Cats ― the local baseball team playing in the Pacific Coast League. But, if you are not so fond of sports, you can go to this stadium to enjoy a community celebration, a festival or some other kind of event.
• To spend some time in the open air in River Walk Park. This popular green zone is located on the west bank of the Sacramento River and offers a beautiful outlook of Old Sacramento. Locals come here to have a short rest sitting on the grand staircase and enjoying the fresh and cooling breeze from the river, to feed ducks, to have a picnic or just to walk along the riverbank.
• To compete with friends in the bowling alley EL Rancho Bowl. This place has been working since the 1950s, so, it enjoys popularity among several generations. It has been completely renovated in recent years, so, it looks quite stylish and modern. In addition to bowling itself, they offer a large assortment of bites and drinks.
• To get exercise in West Sacramento Recreation Center. They offer an extensive selection of activities: from playing basketball and exercising in varied gyms to indoor climbing, swimming in a pool and even sliding on waterslides. That’s a perfect place to spend a day off together with the entire family and to get new healthy habits.
• To taste delicious beers served in The Barn. No doubt, this fashionable spot is famous for its creative design in the first place. However, this is complemented by a good selection of beers, wines and cocktails, as well as meals and snacks, including wood fired pizza, wings, salads and varied fries.
• To create your own beer at YOLO Brewing Company. That will be a unique and memorable experience. Think about your favorite beer taste and describe it to a crafter working for the company, so that he helps you to create the perfect beverage.
• To take a tour around California Highway Patrol Museum. There, you can see hundreds of exhibits, displaying the rich history of the California Highway Patrol, including uniforms used in the past, weapons, a large collection of badges and even vintage patrol cars.

• Malcolm Floyd ― the well-known former American football player, who played as a wide receiver for the Houston/Tennessee Oilers and St. Louis Rams in the NFL;
• Willie Jorrín ― the former professional boxer, who was awarded the title of the WBC Super Bantamweight Champion;
• Burney Lamar ― the racing driver, who holds the title of the International Kart Federation Champion and has taken part in the NASCAR Xfinity Series;
• Eugene Garin ― the world-famous artist, who was one of the originators of the modern seascape art;
• Oleg Maskayev ― the professional boxer, who was holding the WBC heavyweight title in 2006–2008;
• Steve Sax ― the professional second baseman and trainer, who has managed to become the world’s champion two times with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

• Sacramento ― the capital of California ― borders West Sacramento on the east;
• Webster ― the unincorporated community ― is located to the west of West Sac;
• Saxon ― the unincorporated community ― is situated to the southwest of West Sacramento;
• Freeport ― the census-designated place ― is located to the southeast of West Sac.

The overwhelming majority of West Sacramento citizens use their personal cars to get around the city and outside.

There are no train stations in West Sac, still, the Sacramento Valley station is located at a short distance ― right across the Sacramento River near the I St Bridge.

Also, there is Sacramento International Airport located a short drive away.

As for buses, West Sac citizens can use both local and interurban routes. One can easily get from West Sac to Sacramento, Davis and other neighboring locations. West Sacramento is served by YOLOBUS.

In addition, there are also Interstate 80 and its business loop Interstate 80 Business crossing West Sacramento, which allows to comfortably drive around the city as well as to easily get to Sacramento.