2026-00506 City Auditor’s 2026 Community Survey — Sacramento City Council, March 17, 2026

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City Auditor’s 2026 Community Survey
File ID: 2026-00506
Location: Citywide
Recommendation: Review, comment, and provide direction on the City Auditor’s 2026 Community Survey.

Contact: Farishta Ahrary, City Auditor, (916) 808-7266, [email protected], Office of the City Auditor
Presenter: Farishta Ahrary, City Auditor, (916) 808-7266, [email protected]; Joyce Chih, Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst, (916) 808-5341, [email protected]; Office of the City Auditor Attachments:
1-Description/Analysis
2-City Auditor’s 2026 Community Survey
3-Presentation
Description/Analysis
Issue Detail: According to the City Council Rules of Procedures, the Budget and Audit Committee shall receive, review, and forward to the council as appropriate, reports, recommendations, and updates from the City Auditor. This report documents the City Auditor’s 2026 Community Survey.

Policy Considerations: The City Auditor’s presentation of the 2026 Community Survey is consistent with the Mayor and City Council’s intent to have an independent audit function for the City.

Economic Impacts: None.

Environmental Considerations: None.

Sustainability: None.

Commission/Committee Action: On March 10, 2026, the Budget and Audit Committee 1) reviewed, commented, and provided direction on the City Auditor’s 2026 Community Survey; and 2) passed a

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File ID: 2026-00506 3/17/2026
Motion to forward to the City Council for review.

Rationale for Recommendation: This staff report provides the City Council with information that may be used to meet its responsibility to provide oversight and supervision of the City Auditor and other City departments.

Financial Considerations: The City Auditor’s Office contracted with Policy Confluence Inc. for $34,000 to conduct the 2026 Community Survey, which was funded out of the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Office of the City Auditor Budget.

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The National Community Survey
Report of Results
2026
Report #2025/26-10 | March 2026
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About The NCS™ 1
- Purpose of the Survey
- How Results Are Reported
- Comparisons to Benchmarks
- T
rends Over Time
Methods 3
- Selecting the Survey Recipients
- Conducting the Survey
- Analyzing the Data
- Contact Information
- Study Limitations
- Survey Validity
Highlights 6
- Community Strengths
- Focus Areas
- Other Notable Results
- Areas of Greatest Change
Facets of Livability
8 - Overview and Gap Analysis
- Quality and Importance Ratings
9 10
12 14
16 18
19 21
22 23
25 27
Quality of Life
Governance
Economy
Mobility
Community Design
Utilities
Safety
Natural Environment
Parks and Recreation
Health and Wellness
Education, Arts, and Culture
Community Connection
Custom Questions
Open Participation Methods
Open Participation Results
29 33
35 About The NCS™
The National Community Survey™ (The NCS™) report is about the “livability” of Sacramento. A livable community is a place that is not simply habitable, but that is desirable. It is not only where people do live, but where they want to live. The NCS was developed by the experts from National Research Center at Polco in partnership with the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) and has been administered in hundreds of communities across the United States.

Great communities are partnerships of the government, private sector, community-based organizations, and residents, all geographically connected. The NCS focuses on the livability of Sacramento by categorizing survey questions into the ten main “facets” of community livability shown below, in addition to ratings for quality of life and local governance. These facets have been identified through years of extensive survey research as those that are most impactful to residents’ quality of life. • Economy
• Mobility
• Community Design
• Utilities
• Safety
• Natural Environment
• Parks and Recreation
• Health and Wellness
• Education, Arts, and Culture
• Community Connection
The report provides the opinions of a representative sample of 450 residents of the City of Sacramento collected from January 2, 2026 to February 13, 2026. The margin of error around any reported percentage is 4.6% for all respondents. Survey results were weighted so that the demographic profile of respondents was representative of the demographic profile of adults in Sacramento. The report also includes results from the open participation survey, which includes responses from residents who were not part of the randomly selected group but chose to participate in the survey.

Reporting Results
For the most part, the percentages presented in this report represent the “percent positive.” Most commonly, the percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options (excellent/good, very safe/somewhat safe, etc.). On many of the questions in the survey, respondents may answer “don’t know.” The proportion of respondents giving a "don't know" response is shown in the full set of responses included in the “Complete Data” section; however, these responses have been removed from the analyses presented in the main body of the report and are available online. Therefore, the tables and graphs display the responses from respondents who had an opinion about a specific item. In addition to this report, full details on the survey results, which includes an interactive dashboard, are available online at: https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/pol- co.nrc/viz/TheNCSReport-SacramentoCA2026/About.

Benchmark Comparisons
Polco’s database of comparative resident opinion is comprised of resident perspectives gathered in surveys from over 400 communities whose residents evaluated the same kinds of topics on The NCS. The comparison evaluations include surveys from the past five years. If a jurisdiction has conducted multiple efforts in the past five years, only the most recent survey is included in the benchmark database. Polco adds the latest results quickly upon survey completion, keeping the benchmark data fresh and relevant. The communities in the database represent a wide geographic and population range.

In each tab of the online report, Sacramento's results are noted as being “higher” than the benchmark, “lower” than Being rated as “higher” or “lower” than the benchmark means that Sacramento's average rating for a particular item was more than 10 points different than the benchmark. If a rating was “much higher” or “much lower,” then Sacramento's average rating was more than 20 points different when compared to the benchmark.

In addition to these national benchmarks, comparisons were also made to a smaller cohort of communities that align more closely to the demographics in Sacramento. This cohort included 23 communities in NRC's database that exceed populations of 400,000. Comparisons to these communities can be found throughout the report and in the Benchmarks (Custom) tab of the online report.

Trends over time
Trend data for Sacramento represent important comparison data and should be examined for improvements or declines.¹ Deviations from stable trends over time represent opportunities for understanding how local policies, programs, or public information may have affected residents' opinions. Changes between survey years have been noted with an arrow and the percent difference. If the difference is greater than six percentage points between the 2023 and 2026 surveys, the change is statistically significant.

1. In 2020, The NCS survey was updated to include new and refreshed items. Consequently, some of the trends may be impacted due to wording modifications that could have potentially altered the meaning of the item for the respondent. 1 About The NCS™
The National Community Survey™ (The NCS™) report is about the “livability” of Sacramento. A livable community is a place that is not simply habitable, but that is desirable. It is not only where people do live, but where they want to live. The NCS was developed by the experts from National Research Center at Polco in partnership with the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) and has been administered in hundreds of communities across the United States.

Great communities are partnerships of the government, private sector, community-based organizations, and residents, all geographically connected. The NCS focuses on the livability of Sacramento by categorizing survey questions into the ten main “facets” of community livability shown below, in addition to ratings for quality of life and local governance. These facets have been identified through years of extensive survey research as those that are most impactful to residents’ quality of life. • Economy
• Mobility
• Community Design
• Utilities
• Safety
• Natural Environment
• Parks and Recreation
• Health and Wellness
• Education, Arts, and Culture
• Community Connection
Reporting Results
For the most part, the percentages presented in this report represent the “percent positive.” Most commonly, the percent positive is the combination of the top two most positive response options (excellent/good, very safe/somewhat safe, etc.). On many of the questions in the survey, respondents may answer “don’t know.” The proportion of respondents giving a "don't know" response is shown in the full set of responses included in the “Complete Data” section; however, these responses have been removed from the analyses presented in the main body of the report and are available online. Therefore, the tables and graphs display the responses from respondents who had an opinion about a specific item. In addition to this report, full details on the survey results , which includes an interactive dashboard, are available online at: https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/pol- co.nrc/viz/TheNCSReport-SacramentoCA2026/About...

The report provides the opinions of a representative sample of 450 residents of the City of Sacramento collected from January 2, 2026 to February 13, 2026. The margin of error around any reported percentage is 4.6% for all respondents. Survey results were weighted so that the demographic profile of respondents was representative of the demographic profile of adults in Sacramento. The report also includes results from the open participation survey, which includes responses from residents who were not part of the randomly selected group but chose to participate in the survey.

In each tab of the online report, Sacramento's results are noted as being “higher” than the benchmark, “lower” than the benchmark, or “similar” to the benchmark, meaning that the average rating given by Sacramento residents.

Being rated as “higher” or “lower” than the benchmark means that Sacramento's average rating for a particular item was more than 10 points different than the benchmark. If a rating was “much higher” or “much lower,” then Sacramento's average rating was more than 20 points different when compared to the benchmark.

1. In 2020, The NCS survey was updated to include new and refreshed items. Consequently, some of the trends may be impacted due to wording modifications that could have potentially altered the meaning of the item for the respondent. 2 Conducting the Random Sample Survey
The 7,500 randomly selected households received mailings beginning on January 2, 2026 and data collection for the survey remained open for six weeks. The first mailing was a postcard inviting the household to participate in the survey online. The next mailing contained a cover letter with instructions, the survey questionnaire, and a postage-paid return envelope. All mailings included a web link to give residents the opportunity to respond to the survey online, as well as QR codes to further encourage participation.

About 2% of the 7,500 mailed invitations were returned because the household address was vacant or the postal service was unable to deliver the survey as addressed. Of the remaining 7,343 households that received the invitations to participate, 450 completed the survey, providing an overall response rate of 6%. The response rate was calculated using AAPOR’s response rate #2 for mailed surveys of unnamed persons.¹ It is customary to describe the precision of estimates by a “level of confidence” and accompanying “confidence interval” (or margin of error). A traditional level of confidence, and the one used here, is 95%. The 95% confidence interval quantifies the sampling error or imprecision of the survey results based on the total number of responses received. This is because some residents’ opinions are relied on to estimate all residents’ opinions. The margin of error for the City of Sacramento survey is no greater than plus or minus five percentage points around any given percent reported for all respondents (450 completed surveys).

Conducting the Open Participation Survey
In addition to the randomly selected “probability sample” of households, a link to an online open-participation survey was publicized by the City of Sacramento. The open-participation survey was identical to the random sample survey, with two small updates; it asked a question to confirm the respondent was a resident of Sacramento and also a question about where they heard about the survey.

The open-participation survey was open to all city residents and became available on January 23, 2026. The survey remained open for two weeks and 1,454 responses were received. The data presented in the following report excludes the open participation survey data, but the online report includes a tab which provides the complete open participation results.

Study Limitations
All public opinion research is subject to unmeasured error. While the methodologies employed for this survey were designed to minimize this error as much as possible, these other sources of potential error should be acknowledged, and can include non-response error, coverage error, recall bias, and social desirability bias.

Non-response error arises when those who were selected to participate in the survey did not do so, and may have different opinions or experiences that survey responders. For general resident surveys, where the results are meant to be generalized to the entire adult population living in households, the mailing lists based on the Delivery Sequence File from the United States Post Office may exclude certain types of housing units, such as those in multi-family buildings where mail is addressed to a named resident at the address rather than to a specific unit or where residents only receive their mail at a post office box and the geographic location of a residence cannot be determined, there may be acoverage error , although for most locations, this is minimal. Respondents may not perfectly remember their experiences in the past year (such as participation in social or civic events, for example), and for some survey items, they may answer in ways they think cast their responses in a more favorable light (recall bias and social desirability bias).

Survey Validity
See the Polco Knowledge Base article on survey validity athttps://blog.polco.us/polco-knowledgebase/margin-of- error-and-confidence-level-in-survey-results
Contact
The City of Sacramento funded this research. Please contact Farishta Ahrary of the City of Sacramento at [email protected] if you have any questions about the survey.

1. See AAPOR's Standard Definitions for more information athttps://aapor.org/standards-and-ethics/standard-definitions/

2. Pasek, J. (2014). ANES Weighting Algorithm. Retrieved fromhttps://surveyinsights.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Full-anesrake-paper.pdf

3. Targets come from the 2020 Census and 2023 American Community Survey Unweighted Weighted Target ⁴
Age 18-34
35-54
55+
District District 1
District 2
District 3
District 4
District 5
District 6
District 7
District 8
Hispanic
origin
No, not Spanish, Hispanic, or Latino
Spanish, Hispanic, or Latino
Housing
tenure
Own
Rent
Housing type Attached
Detached
Race &
Hispanic ori..

Not white alone
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
Sex/age Female 18-34
Female 35-54
Female 55+
Male 18-34
Male 35-54
Male 55+
Analyzing the Data
Responses from mailed surveys were entered into an electronic dataset using a “key and verify” method, where all responses are entered twice and compared to each other. Any discrepancies were resolved in comparison to the original survey form. Range checks as well as other forms of quality control were also performed. Responses from surveys completed on Polco were downloaded and merged with the mailed survey responses.

The survey datasets were analyzed using all or some of a combination of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), R, Python, and Tableau.

The demographics of the survey respondents were compared to those found in the 2020 Census and 2024 American Community Survey estimates for adults in the City of Sacramento. The primary objective of weighting survey data is to make the survey respondents reflective of the larger population of the community. The characteristics used for weighting were age, sex, race, Hispanic origin, housing type, housing tenure, and district.

No adjustments were made for design effects. Weights were calculated using an iterative, multiplicative raking model known as the ANES Weighting Algorithm.² The results of the weighting scheme for the probability sample are presented in the following table.

Polco aligns demographic labels with those used by the U.S. Census for reporting purposes, when possible. Some categories (age, race/Hispanic origin, housing type, and length of residency) are combined into smaller subgroups.

Methods
Selecting Survey Recipients
All households within the City of Sacramento were eligible to participate in the survey. A list of all households within the zip codes serving Sacramento was purchased from Polco's mailing vendor, based on updated listings from the United States Postal Service.

Since some of the zip codes that serve Sacramento households may also serve addresses that lie outside of the community, the exact geographic location of each housing unit was compared to community boundaries using the most current municipal boundary file. Addresses located outside of Sacramento boundaries were removed from the list of potential households to survey. Each address identified as being within City boundaries was further identified as being within one of the eight districts. From that list, addresses were randomly selected as survey recipients, with multi-family housing units sampled at a rate of 5:3 compared to single family housing units. units. The surveys mailed by district are as follows:

District 1: 1,000
District 2: 1,110
District 3: 1,110
District 4: 620
District 5: 980
District 6: 800
District 7: 380
District 8: 1500
Due to historically low response rates, Districts 2, 3, 5, and 8 were oversampled to increase representation from the districts.
3 Conducting the Random Sample Survey
The 7,500 randomly selected households received mailings beginning on January 2, 2026 and data collection for the survey remained open for six weeks. The first mailing was a postcard inviting the household to participate in the survey online. The next mailing contained a cover letter with instructions, the survey questionnaire, and a postage-paid return envelope. All mailings included a web link to give residents the opportunity to respond to the survey online, as well as QR codes to further encourage participation.

About 2% of the 7,500 mailed invitations were returned because the household address was vacant or the postal service was unable to deliver the survey as addressed. Of the remaining 7,343 households that received the invitations to participate, 450 completed the survey, providing an overall response rate of 6%. The response rate was calculated using AAPOR’s response rate #2 for mailed surveys of unnamed persons.¹ It is customary to describe the precision of estimates by a “level of confidence” and accompanying “confidence interval” (or margin of error). A traditional level of confidence, and the one used here, is 95%. The 95% confidence interval quantifies the sampling error or imprecision of the survey results based on the total number of responses received. This is becausesome residents’ opinions are relied on to estimateall residents’ opinions. The margin of error for the City of Sacramento survey is no greater than plus or minus five percentage points around any given percent reported for all respondents (450 completed surveys).

1. See AAPOR's Standard Definitions for more information athttps://aapor.org/standards-and-ethics/standard-definitions/

2. Pasek, J. (2014). ANES Weighting Algorithm. Retrieved fromhttps://surveyinsights.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Full-anesrake-paper.pdf

Not white alone
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
Sex/age Female 18-34
Female 35-54
Female 55+
Male 18-34
Male 35-54
Male 55+
32%
34%
34%
32%
34%
34%
54%
34%
12%
17%
23%
16%
12%
16%
8%
4%
3%
17%
23%
16%
12%
16%
8%
4%
3%
16%
8%
14%
11%
15%
12%
11%
13%
26%
74%
26%
74%
18%
82%
48%
52%
48%
52%
34%
66%
61%
39%
61%
39%
68%
32%
33%
67%
33%
67%
50%
50%
14%
17%
17%
17%
17%
17%
14%
17%
17%
17%
17%
17%
23%
15%
6%
31%
19%
5%
Analyzing the Data
Responses from mailed surveys were entered into an electronic dataset using a “key and verify” method, where all responses are entered twice and compared to each other. Any discrepancies were resolved in comparison to the original survey form. Range checks as well as other forms of quality control were also performed. Responses from surveys completed on Polco were downloaded and merged with the mailed survey responses.

The survey datasets were analyzed using all or some of a combination of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), R, Python, and Tableau.

District 1: 1,000
District 2: 1,110
District 3: 1,110
District 4: 620
District 5: 980
District 6: 800
District 7: 380
District 8: 1500
Due to historically low response rates, Districts 2, 3, 5, and 8 were oversampled to increase representation from the districts.
4 Conducting the Random Sample Survey
The 7,500 randomly selected households received mailings beginning on January 2, 2026 and data collection for the survey remained open for six weeks. The first mailing was a postcard inviting the household to participate in the survey online. The next mailing contained a cover letter with instructions, the survey questionnaire, and a postage-paid return envelope. All mailings included a web link to give residents the opportunity to respond to the survey online, as well as QR codes to further encourage participation.

About 2% of the 7,500 mailed invitations were returned because the household address was vacant or the postal service was unable to deliver the survey as addressed. Of the remaining 7,343 households that received the invitations to participate, 450 completed the survey, providing an overall response rate of 6%. The response rate was calculated using AAPOR’s response rate #2 for mailed surveys of unnamed persons.¹ It is customary to describe the precision of estimates by a “level of confidence” and accompanying “confidence interval” (or margin of error). A traditional level of confidence, and the one used here, is 95%. The 95% confidence interval quantifies the sampling error or imprecision of the survey results based on the total number of responses received. This is becausesome residents’ opinions are relied on to estimateall residents’ opinions. The margin of error for the City of Sacramento survey is no greater than plus or minus five percentage points around any given percent reported for all respondents (450 completed surveys).

Non-response error arises when those who were selected to participate in the survey did not do so, and may have different opinions or experiences that survey responders. For general resident surveys, where the results are meant to be generalized to the entire adult population living in households, the mailing lists based on the Delivery Sequence File from the United States Post Office may exclude certain types of housing units, such as those in multi-family buildings where mail is addressed to a named resident at the address rather than to a specific unit or where residents only receive their mail at a post office box and the geographic location of a residence cannot be determined, there may be a coverage error, although for most locations, this is minimal. Respondents may not perfectly remember their experiences in the past year (such as participation in social or civic events, for example), and for some survey items, they may answer in ways they think cast their responses in a more favorable light (recall bias and social desirability bias).

Survey Validity
See the Polco Knowledge Base article on survey validity at https://blog.polco.us/polco-knowledgebase/margin-of- error-and-confidence-level-in-survey-results
Contact
The City of Sacramento funded this research. Please contact Farishta Ahrary of the City of Sacramento at [email protected] if you have any questions about the survey.

1. See AAPOR's Standard Definitions for more information at https://aapor.org/standards-and-ethics/standard-definitions/

2. Pasek, J. (2014). ANES Weighting Algorithm. Retrieved from https://surveyinsights.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Full-anesrake-paper.pdf

Not white alone
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
Sex/age Female 18-34
Female 35-54
Female 55+
Male 18-34
Male 35-54
Analyzing the Data
Responses from mailed surveys were entered into an electronic dataset using a “key and verify” method, where all responses are entered twice and compared to each other. Any discrepancies were resolved in comparison to the original survey form. Range checks as well as other forms of quality control were also performed. Responses from surveys completed on Polco were downloaded and merged with the mailed survey responses.

The survey datasets were analyzed using all or some of a combination of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), R, Python, and Tableau.

District 1: 1,000
District 2: 1,110
District 3: 1,110
District 4: 620
District 5: 980
District 6: 800
District 7: 380
District 8: 1500
Due to historically low response rates, Districts 2, 3, 5, and 8 were oversampled to increase representation from the districts.
5 Highlights
Community Strengths
Residents express satisfaction with their neighborhoods and overall quality of life. ● About two-thirds of residents offered excellent or good reviews to the overall quality of life in Sacramento, marking a significant increase since 2023.
● About 7 in 10 participants positively rated Sacramento (68%) and their neighborhood as a place to live (69%), consistent with previous results.
●A majority of respondents indicated that they plan to remain in the city for the next five years (82%). ●Roughly three-quarters of residents would recommend living in Sacramento to someone who asks (75%), increasing significantly from 68% in 2023.

Parks and recreation opportunities likely contribute to the high quality of life experienced in Sacramento. ●A majority of residents positively rated the overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities (64%), a significant improvement from 2023 results.
● Most respondents offered favorable feedback for recreational opportunities (57%), fitness opportunities (56%), and public library services (69%).
● About 6 in 10 community members rated overall health and wellness opportunities positively (58%), a statistically significant improvement since 2023.

Community connection is valued by residents.
●Roughly 6 in 10 residents felt the community does a good job making all residents feel welcome (56%), a statistically significant increase since 2023.
● About 7 in 10 community members felt Sacramento does a good job in attracting people from diverse backgrounds (65%).
● Nearly half of respondents positively rated Sacramento’s sense of community (51%) and the neighborliness of residents (47%), both of which increased significantly compared to 2023.

Focus Areas
Mobility-centered results may indicate an opportunity for growth. ● About 1 in 4 respondents gave positive ratings to the overall transportation system (26%), and ease of public parking (26%); however, these results were similar to the custom benchmark and consistent with previous results. ● Fewer than 2 in 10 residents rated the quality of Sacramento street repair positively, which was lower than the benchmarks.
●Less than half of respondents gave positive ratings to traffic flow on major streets (29%); this result was similar to the custom benchmark and similar to previous surveys.

Governance and city leadership results highlight opportunities for continued improvement. ● Ratings for government transparency, honesty, fairness, and respect each remained below 40%, which may indicate a desire for stronger government communication. ●Less than half of respondents positively rated the overall direction of Sacramento (36%) and their overall confidence in the Sacramento government (30%).
● While one-third of residents gave positive ratings to the value of services for taxes paid (33%), this rating was similar to the custom benchmark and represented a significant improvement from the previous survey.

Economicchallengespersistinthecommunity.
● Ratings for overall economic health (38%), downtown vibrancy (33%), and employment opportunities (46%) remained below benchmarks.
● Less than half of respondents positively rated Sacramento as a place to visit (47%), which was lower than the benchmarks.
● In contrast, about 6 in 10 residents reported positive ratings for variety of business and service establishments (62%), indicating existing strengths to support ongoing development.

OtherNotableResults
CommunityprioritiesforMeasureUfundingfocusedoncoreservicesandsupport. ● Nearly all residents identified affordable housing and homeless supportive services (88%), community-based mental health (89%), and public safety (87%) as top investment areas. ● Broad support also appeared for youth programs (85%), public parks (83%), street maintenance (83%), senior programs (79%), and transportation (79%).

AreasofGreatestChange
Of the evaluative questions included on both the 2023 and 2026 survey iterations, 120 were statistically similar to previous results. Upward trends were seen in 19 items, while 8 ratings decreased since 2023. The most significant of those trends are listed below.

Increases
● Sense of community (+12%)
● Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities (+11%) ● The overall quality of life in Sacramento (+10%)
● Overall feeling of safety in Sacramento (+10%)
● Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool (+10%) ● Overall quality of natural environment in Sacramento (+10%) Decreases
● Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the community (-12%) ● Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area (-10%)
● Overall quality of new development in Sacramento (-9%) ● Animal control (-8%)
24 6
Highlights
Community Strengths
Residents express satisfaction with their neighborhoods and overall quality of life. ● About two-thirds of residents offered excellent or good reviews to the overall quality of life in Sacramento, marking a significant increase since 2023.
● About 7 in 10 participants positively rated Sacramento (68%) and their neighborhood as a place to live (69%), consistent with previous results.
● A majority of respondents indicated that they plan to remain in the city for the next five years (82%). ● Roughly three-quarters of residents would recommend living in Sacramento to someone who asks (75%), increasing significantly from 68% in 2023.

Parks and recreation opportunities likely contribute to the high quality of life experienced in Sacramento. ● A majority of residents positively rated the overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities (64%), a significant improvement from 2023 results.
● Most respondents offered favorable feedback for recreational opportunities (57%), fitness opportunities (56%), and public library services (69%).
● About 6 in 10 community members rated overall health and wellness opportunities positively (58%), a statistically significant improvement since 2023.

Community connection is valued by residents.
● Roughly 6 in 10 residents felt the community does a good job making all residents feel welcome (56%), a statistically significant increase since 2023.
● About 7 in 10 community members felt Sacramento does a good job in attracting people from diverse backgrounds (65%).
● Nearly half of respondents positively rated Sacramento’s sense of community (51%) and the neighborliness of residents (47%), both of which increased significantly compared to 2023.

Focus Areas
Mobility-centered results may indicate an opportunity for growth. ● About 1 in 4 respondents gave positive ratings to the overall transportation system (26%), and ease of public parking (26%); however, these results were similar to the custom benchmark and consistent with previous results. ● Fewer than 2 in 10 residents rated the quality of Sacramento street repair positively, which was lower than the benchmarks.
● Less than half of respondents gave positive ratings to traffic flow on major streets (29%); this result was similar to the custom benchmark and similar to previous surveys.

Governance and city leadership results highlight opportunities for continued improvement. ● Ratings for government transparency, honesty, fairness, and respect each remained below 40%, which may indicate a desire for stronger government communication. ● Less than half of respondents positively rated the overall direction of Sacramento (36%) and their overall confidence in the Sacramento government (30%).
● While one-third of residents gave positive ratings to the value of services for taxes paid (33%), this rating was similar to the custom benchmark and represented a significant improvement from the previous survey.

Economic challenges persist in the community.
● Ratings for overall economic health (38%), downtown vibrancy (33%), and employment opportunities (46%) remained below benchmarks.
●Less than half of respondents positively rated Sacramento as a place to visit (47%), which was lower than the benchmarks.
● In contrast, about 6 in 10 residents reported positive ratings for variety of business and service establishments (62%), indicating existing strengths to support ongoing development.

Other Notable Results
Community pri
orities for Measure U funding focused on core services and support. ● Nearly all residents identified affordable housing and homeless supportive services (88%), community-based mental health (89%), and public safety (87%) as top investment areas. ● Broad support also appeared for youth programs (85%), public parks (83%), street maintenance (83%), senior programs (79%), and transportation (79%).

Areas of Greatest Change
Of the evaluative questions included on both the 2023 and 2026 survey iterations, 120 were statistically similar to previous results. Upward trends were seen in 19 items, while 8 ratings decreased since 2023. The most significant of those trends are listed below.

Increases
●Sense of community (+12%)
● Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities (+11%) ● The overall quality of life in Sacramento (+10%)
● Overall feeling of safety in Sacramento (+10%)
● Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool (+10%) ● Overall quality of natural environment in Sacramento (+10%) Decreases
● Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the community (-12%) ● Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area (-10%)
● Overall quality of new development in Sacramento (-9%) ● Animal control (-8%)
7 Facets of Livability
Every jurisdiction must balance limited resources while meeting resident needs and striving to optimize community livability. To this end, it is helpful to know what aspects of the community are most important to residents and which they perceive as being of higher or lower quality. It is especially helpful to know when a facet of livability is considered of high importance but rated as lower quality, as this should be a top priority to address.

Mobility
Economy
Community Connection
Safety
Community Design
Natural Environment
Health and Wellness
Utilities
Education, Arts, and Culture
Parks and Recreation
40%
41%
58%
59%
59%
40%
26%
38%
57%
64%
80%
86%
68%
92%
71%
84%
76%
86%
77%
80%
Quality and Importance by the Numbers
The table below shows the proportion of residents who rated the community facets positively for quality and the priority (importance) placed on each. Also displayed is whether local quality ratings were lower, similar, or higher than communities across the country (the national benchmark).

Quality
% excellent or good
Importance
% essential or very importantFacet of Livability
Safety Quality
Importance
Economy Quality
Importance
Utilities Quality
Importance
Natural Environment Quality
Importance
Mobility Quality
Importance
Parks and Recreation Quality
Importance
Education, Arts, and Culture Quality
Importance
Health and Wellness Quality
Importance
Community Design Quality
Importance
Community Connection Quality
Importance
40%
92%
38%
86%
59%
86%
57%
84%
26%
80%
64%
80%
59%
77%
58%
76%
41%
71%
40%
68%
Quality/Importance Gap Analysis
The gap analysis chart below shows the same data as above; however, this chart more clearly illustrates the comparative differences in quality and importance ratings for each facet, as well as the absolute ratings for each.

Quality Importance
vs. national benchmark
Similar
vs. national benchmark
Lower Much lower Similar
8 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
10%
55%
26%
9%
The overall quality of life in Sacramento,
2026
Quality of Life
Measuring community livability starts with
assessing the quality of life of those who live there,
and ensuring that the community is attractive,
accessible, and welcoming to all.
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Sacramento as a place to live
The overall quality of life
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
66% 63%
68%66% 63%
68%
59% 56%
65%
↗59% 56%
65%
↗
Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Recommend living in Sacramento to
someone who asks
Remain in Sacramento for the next five
years
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
68%66%
75%
↗68%66%
75%
↗
78%77%
82%
78%77%
82%
Please indicate how likely or unlikely you are to do each of the following. (% very or somewhat likely)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall image or reputation
Much lower LowerMuch lower Lower37%37%
39%37%37%
39%
Please rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)

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If no comparison is available, this is left blank.
vs. national
benchmark⁸
vs. custom
benchmark⁹
9 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
25%
35%
36%
5%
Overall confidence in Sacramento
government, 2026
Governance
Strong local governments deliver results that meet
residents’ needs, use resources effectively, and
respond to both current and future community
priorities.

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If no comparison is available, this is left blank.
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
The value of services for the taxes paid to
Sacramento
The overall direction that Sacramento is taking
The job Sacramento government does at
welcoming resident involvement
Overall confidence in Sacramento government
Generally acting in the best interest of the
community
Being honest
Being open and transparent to the public
Informing residents about issues facing the
community
Treating all residents fairly
Treating residents with respect
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower LowerLower Lower
31%27%
33%
↗31%27%
33%
↗
38%33%
36%38%33%
36%
34%36% 30%34%36% 30%
29%
24%
30%29%
24%
30%
30%30%
32%
30%30%
32%
28%32% 28%
28%32% 28%
27%27%
Please rate the following categories of Sacramento government performance. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Public information services
Overall customer service by Sacramento
employees
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
50%50% 48%50%50% 48%
56%51%
57%56%51%
57%
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
The City of Sacramento
The Federal Government
Overall, how would you rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? (% excellent or good)
Attended a local public meeting
Contacted Sacramento elected officials to
express your opinion
Contacted the City of Sacramento for help or
information
Watched a local public meeting
Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. (% yes)
vs. national
benchmark¹⁰
vs. custom
benchmark¹¹
10 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Overall confidence in Sacramento
government, 2025
Governance
Strong local governments deliver results that meet
residents’ needs, use resources effectively, and
respond to both current and future community
priorities.

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11. Comparison to the custom benchmark is shown. A description of the custom benchmark cohort can be found in the About section of the report.

If no comparison is available, this is left blank.
-1 0 1 2
The value of services for the taxes paid to
Sacramento
The overall direction that Sacramento is taking
The job Sacramento government does at
welcoming resident involvement
Overall confidence in Sacramento government
Generally acting in the best interest of the
community
Being honest
Being open and transparent to the public
Informing residents about issues facing the
community
Treating all residents fairly
Treating residents with respect
Lower LowerLower Lower
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower LowerLower Lower
27% 27%27%
332 2%%
27%
29%33% 30%
29%33% 30%
29%31% 28%29%31% 28%
37%39% 35%37%39% 35%
Please rate the following categories of Sacramento government performance. (% excellent or good)
Public information services
Overall customer service by Sacramento
employees
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
The City of Sacramento
The Federal Government
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower LowerLower Lower
46%43%
46%46%43%
46%
28%
33%
24%28%
33%
24%
Overall, how would you rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Attended a local public meeting
Contacted Sacramento elected officials to
express your opinion
Contacted the City of Sacramento for help or
information
Watched a local public meeting
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Higher HigherHigher Higher
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
18%16% 19%18%16% 19%
22%
21% 25%
22%
21% 25%
60%53%
58%60%53%
58%
31%
27%
30%
31%
27%
30%
Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. (% yes)
vs. national
benchmark¹⁰
vs. custom
benchmark¹¹
11 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
33%
38%
24%
5%
Overall economic health of Sacramento, 2026
Economy
Local governments work together with private and
nonprofit businesses, and with the community at large, to foster sustainable growth, create jobs, and promote a
thriving local economy.
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Sacramento as a place to work
Sacramento as a place to visit
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Lower LowerLower Lower
64% 63%
66%64% 63%
66%
46%
42%
47%46%
42%
47%
Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
Overall quality ofbusiness and service
establishments
Variety ofbusiness and service
establishments
Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area
Employment opportunities
Shopping opportunities
Cost of living
Please rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Economic development
Lower LowerLower Lower35%38% 33%35%38% 33%
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
What impact, if any,do you think the
economy will have on your family
income in the next6 months?
What impact, if any, do you thin k the economy will have on your family income in the next6 months? Do you think the impact will be:
(% very or somewhat positive)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall economic health
Lower LowerLower Lower
38%39% 38%38%39% 38%
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole. (% excellent or good)

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If no comparisonis available, this is left blank.
vs. national
benchmark¹²
vs. custom
benchmark¹³
12 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Overall economic health of Sacramento, 2025
Economy
Local governments work together with private and
nonprofit businesses,and with the community at large, to foster sustainable growth, create jobs,and promote a
thriving local economy.

Sacramento as a place to work
Sacramento as a place to visit
Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall quality of business and service
establishments
Variety of business and service
establishments
Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area
Employment opportunities
Shopping opportunities
Cost of living
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Lower LowerLower Lower
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar LowerSimilar Lower
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
62% 59%
64%62% 59%
64%
63% 59%
62%63% 59%
62%
42%
45%
32%
↘42%
45%
32%
↘
49%53% 46%49%53% 46%
52%56% 53%
52%56% 53%
20% 19%
26%
20% 19%
26%
Please rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
Economic development
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
What impact, if any, do you think the
economy will have on your family
income in the next 6 months?
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar18% 20% 17%18% 20% 17%
What impact, if any, do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be:
(% very or somewhat positive)
Overall economic health
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramentoas a whole. (% excellent or good)

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If no comparison is available, this is left blank.
vs. national
benchmark¹²
vs. custom
benchmark¹³
13 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
22%
48%
26%
4%
Overall quality of the transportation system in
Sacramento, 2026
Mobility
The ability of residents to move about their
community with ease plays an important role in
the overall quality of life for everyone who lives,
works, and spends time there.

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If no comparisonis available, this is left blank.
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Traffic flow on major streets
Ease of public parking
Ease of travel by car
Ease of travel by public transportation
Ease of travel by bicycle
Ease of walking
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Much lower SimilarMuch lower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
30%
26%
29%
30%
26%
29%
27%
29%
26%27%
29%
26%
48% 47%
49%
48% 47%
49%
21%
26%
20%21%
26%
20%
37%
40%
35%37%
40%
35%
43%46% 39%43%46% 39%
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
Used bus, rail, or other public
transportation instead of driving
Carpooled with other adults or children
instead of driving alone
Walked orbiked instead of driving
Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last12 months. (% yes)
Traffic enforcement
Traffic signal timing
Street repair
Street cleaning
Street lighting
Sidewalk maintenance
Bus or transit services
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall quality of the transportation
system
Lower SimilarLower Similar29%34% 26%29%34% 26%
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole. (% excellent or good) vs. national
benchmark¹⁴
vs. custom
benchmark¹⁵
14 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Overall quality of the transportation system in
Sacramento, 2025
Mobility
The ability of residents to move about their
community with ease plays an important role in
the overall quality of life for everyone who lives,
works,and spends time there.

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If no comparison is available, this is left blank.

Traffic flow on major streets
Ease ofpublic parking
Ease of travel by car
Ease of travel by public transportation
Ease of travel by bicycle
Ease of walking
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Used bus, rail, or other public
transportation instead of driving
Carpooled with other adults or children
instead of driving alone
Walked or biked instead of driving
Higher SimilarHigher Similar
Higher SimilarHigher Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
37%
29%
38%37%
29%
38%
62%52%
59%62%52%
59%
63% 64% 60%63% 64% 60%
Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. (% yes)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Traffic enforcement
Traffic signal timing
Street repair
Street cleaning
Street lighting
Sidewalk maintenance
Bus or transit services
Much lower SimilarMuch lower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower LowerLower Lower
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
32% 33%
28%
32% 33%
28%
40%36%
39%40%36%
39%
23%24%
19%
23%24%
19%
36%40% 38%
36%40% 38%
41% 41% 39%41% 41% 39%
39%40% 33%39%40% 33%
30%
31%
28%30%
31%
28%
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
Overall quality of the transportation
system
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramentoas a whole. (% excellent or good) vs. national
benchmark¹⁴
vs. custom
benchmark¹⁵
15 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
35%
44%
15%
6%
Overall design or layout of Sacramento's
residential and commercial areas, 2026
Community Design
A well-designed community enhances the
quality of life for its residents by
encouraging smart land use and zoning,
ensuring that affordable housing is
accessible to all, and supporting
development that suits residents' needs.

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2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
Well-planned residential growth
Well-planned commercial growth
Well-designed neighborhoods
Preservation of the historical or cultural
character of the community
Public places where people want to spend
time
Variety ofhousing options
Availability of affordable quality housing
Overall quality ofnew development
Overall appearance
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
28%
30%
29%
28%
30%
29%
30%
34% 24%
↘30%
34% 24%
↘
37%39% 31%
↘
37%39% 31%
↘
52% 52% 41%
↘
52% 52% 41%
↘
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Your neighborhood as a place to live
Lower SimilarLower Similar66%62%
69%66%62%
69%
Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
Land use,planning and zoning
Code enforcement
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall design or layout of residential and
commercial areas
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar46%47% 41%46%47% 41%
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole. (% excellent or good)
vs. national
benchmark¹⁶
vs. custom
benchmark¹⁷
16 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Overall design or layout of Sacramento's
residential and commercial areas, 2025
Community Design
A well-designed community enhances the
quality of life for its residents by
encouraging smartland use and zoning,
ensuring that affordable housing is
accessible to all,and supporting
development that suits residents' needs.

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If no comparison is available, this is left blank.
-1 0 1 2
Well-planned residential growth
Well-planned commercial growth
Well-designed neighborhoods
Preservation of the historical or cultural
character of the community
Public places where people want to spend
time
Variety of housing options
Availability of affordable quality housing
Overall quality of new development
Overall appearance
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
52% 52% 41%
↘
52% 52% 41%
↘
41%46% 41%41%46% 41%
28% 28%
31%
28% 28%
31%
11% 8%
14%
↗
11% 8%
14%
↗
33%
38%
24%
↘
33%
38%
24%
↘
41%45% 40%41%45% 40%
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
Your neighborhood as a place to live
Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Land use, planning and zoning
Code enforcement
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
28%29% 24%28%29% 24%
22%
22%
21%22%
22%
21%
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
Overall design or layout of residential and
commercial areas
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramentoas a whole. (% excellent or good)
vs. national
benchmark¹⁶
vs. custom
benchmark¹⁷
17 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
15%
43%
30%
12%
Overall quality of the utility infrastructure in
Sacramento, 2026
Utilities
Access to essential services like water, gas,
electricity, and internet is crucial for
safeguarding the physical health, economic
stability, and overall well-being of the
communities they support.

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If no comparison is available, this is left blank.
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Affordable high-speed internet access
Garbage collection
Drinking water
Sewer services
Storm water management
Utility billing
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
43%
40%
44%43%
40%
44%
73%71%
82%
↗
73%71%
82%
↗
61% 60%
66%
61% 60%
66%
68%65%
72%
68%65%
72%
61%
55%
61%61%
55%
61%
49%
46%
55%49%
46%
55%
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall quality of the utility infrastructure
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar59%49%
59%59%49%
59%
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole. (% excellent or good)
vs. national
benchmark¹⁸
vs. custom
benchmark¹⁹
18 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
36%
37%
23%
4%
Overall feeling of safety in Sacramento, 2026
Safety
Public safety is one of the most important
responsibilities of local governments, as every
resident deserves to feel safe and secure both
in their neighborhoods and across the wider
community. The provision of strong, reliable
safety services is essential to ensuring a high
quality of life.
..
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall feeling of safety
Much lower LowerMuch lower Lower33% 30%
40%
↗33% 30%
40%
↗
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
In your neighborhood during the
day
In Sacramento's
downtown/commercial area during
the day
From property crime
From violent crime
From fire, flood, or other natural
disaster
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Much lower LowerMuch lower Lower
Much lower SimilarMuch lower Similar
Much lower SimilarMuch lower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
77%80% 78%
77%80% 78%
57%
52%
57%57%
52%
57%
40%
39%
44%40%
39%
44%
46%
46%
52%
↗
46%
46%
52%
↗
63%
64%
62%63%
64%
62%
Please rate how safe or unsafe you feel:
(% very or somewhat safe)
Police services
Crime prevention
Animal control
Ambulance or emergency medical
services
Fire services
Fire prevention and education
Emergency preparedness
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)

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If no comparisonis available, this is left blank.
vs. national
benchmark²⁰
vs. custom
benchmark²¹
19 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Overall feeling of safety in Sacramento, 2025
Safety
Public safety is one of the most important
responsibilities oflocal governments,as every
resident deserves to feel safe and secure both
in their neighborhoods and across the wider
community. The provision of strong, reliable
safety services is essential to ensuring a high
quality of life.
..

Overall feeling of safety
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramentoas a whole. (% excellent or good)
In your neighborhood during the
day
In Sacramento's
downtown/commercial area during
the day
From property crime
From violent crime
From fire, flood, or other natural
disaster
Please rate how safe or unsafe you feel:
(% very or somewhat safe)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Police services
Crime prevention
Animal control
Ambulance or emergency medical
services
Fire services
Fire prevention and education
Emergency preparedness
Much lower LowerMuch lower Lower
Much lower SimilarMuch lower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower LowerLower Lower
40%38%
44%
40%38%
44%
22%20% 27%22%20% 27%
43%
47% 39%
↘43%
47% 39%
↘
63% 71%
65%
↘63% 71%
65%
↘
74% 79% 76%
74% 79% 76%
53%
48%
52%
53%
48%
52%
35%
46% 39%
↘35%
46% 39%
↘
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)

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vs. national
benchmark²⁰
vs. custom
benchmark²¹
20 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
16%
41%
36%
7%
Overall quality of natural environment in
Sacramento, 2026
Natural Environment
The natural spaces in which residents live and
experience their communities has a direct and profound
effect on quality of life. The natural environment plays a vital role in the health and well-being of residents.
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Cleanliness
Water resources (beaches, ponds,
riverways, etc.)
Air quality
Much lower LowerMuch lower Lower
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Much lower SimilarMuch lower Similar
24%
22%
23%24%
22%
23%
41%40%
47%41%40%
47%
43%36%
40%43%36%
40%
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Preservation of natural areas
Sacramento open space
Recycling
Yard waste pick-up
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
45%
47%
44%45%
47%
44%
41%
43%
40%41%
43%
40%
57%52%
57%57%52%
57%
73%59%
70%73%59%
70%
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall quality of natural environment
Lower SimilarLower Similar51% 51% 57%
↗
51% 51% 57%
↗
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole. (% excellent or good)

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benchmark²²
vs. custom
benchmark²³
21 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
17%
46%
23%
14%
Overall quality of parks and recreation
opportunities, 2026
Parks and Recreation
"There are no communities that pride themselves on
their quality of life, promote themselves as a
desirable location for businesses to relocate, or
maintain that they are environmental stewards of
their natural resources, without such communities
having a robust, active system of parks and
recreation programs for public use and enjoyment."
- National Recreation and Park Association
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Availability of paths and walking trails
Fitness opportunities
Recreational opportunities
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar LowerSimilar Lower
46% 45%
48%
46% 45%
48%
55% 51% 56%55% 51% 56%
51% 50% 57%
↗
51% 50% 57%
↗
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
City parks
Recreation programs or classes
Recreation centers or facilities
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
58% 59% 53%58% 59% 53%
50%49%
50%50%49%
50%
48% 48% 46%48% 48% 46%
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall quality of parks and recreation
opportunities
Lower SimilarLower Similar58% 57%
64%
↗
58% 57%
64%
↗
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole. (% excellent or good)

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benchmark²⁴
vs. custom
benchmark²⁵
22 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
14%
44%
27%
15%
Overall health and wellness opportunities in
Sacramento, 2026
Health and Wellness
The features and amenities of a community
directly influence residents’ health and
well-being, shaping their overall quality of life.
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Availability of affordable quality food
Availability of affordable quality health
care
Availability of preventive health
services
Availability of affordable quality
mental health care
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
49% 41%
46%49% 41%
46%
37%45% 40%
37%45% 40%
48% 41%
46%48% 41%
46%
27%
24%
27%27%
24%
27%
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
Health services
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
Please rate your overall health.

Please rate your overall health.
(% excellent or very good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall health and wellness
opportunities
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar52%51%
58%
↗
52%51%
58%
↗
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole. (% excellent or good)

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If no comparisonis available, this is left blank.
vs. national
benchmark²⁶
vs. custom
benchmark²⁷
23 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Overall health and wellness opportunities in
Sacramento, 2025
Health and Wellness
The features and amenities ofa community
directly influence residents’ health and
well-being,shaping their overall quality of life.

Availability of affordable quality food
Availability of affordable quality health
care
Availability of preventive health
services
Availability of affordable quality
mental health care
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Health services
Lower SimilarLower Similar50%52% 49%50%52% 49%
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Please rate your overall health.

Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
62% 61%
65%
62% 61%
65%
Please rate your overall health.
(% excellent or very good)
Overall health and wellness
opportunities
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramentoas a whole. (% excellent or good)

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If no comparison is available, this is left blank.
vs. national
benchmark²⁶
vs. custom
benchmark²⁷
24 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
11%
48%
28%
13%
Overall opportunities for education,
culture and the arts, 2026
Education, Arts, and Culture
Participation in the arts, in educational opportunities, and in cultural activities is linked to increased civic
engagement, greater social tolerance, and enhanced
enjoyment of the local community.
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Opportunities to attend
cultural/arts/music activities
Community support for the arts
Availability of affordable quality
childcare/preschool
K-12 education
Adult educational opportunities
Opportunities to attend special
events and festivals
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
56%52%
57%56%52%
57%
52%47%
54%
52%47%
54%
30%
23%
32%
↗
30%
23%
32%
↗
35%
33%
41%
↗
35%
33%
41%
↗
39% 47% 43%
39% 47% 43%
52% 58% 54%
52% 58% 54%
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
Public library services
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Overall opportunities for education,
culture, and the arts
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar55%51%
59%
55%51%
59%
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole. (% excellent or good)

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If no comparisonis available, this is left blank.
vs. national
benchmark²⁸
vs. custom
benchmark²⁹
25 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Overall opportunities for education,
culture and the arts, 2025
Education, Arts, and Culture
Participation in the arts,in educational opportunities, and in cultural activities is linked to increased civic
engagement, greatersocial tolerance,and enhanced
enjoyment of the local community.

Opportunities to attend
cultural/arts/music activities
Community support for the arts
Availability of affordable quality
childcare/preschool
K-12 education
Adult educational opportunities
Opportunities to attend special
events and festivals
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Public library services
Lower SimilarLower Similar
68% 73% 69%
68% 73% 69%
Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
Overall opportunities for education,
culture,and the arts
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramentoas a whole. (% excellent or good)

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If no comparison is available, this is left blank.
vs. national
benchmark²⁸
vs. custom
benchmark²⁹
26 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
32%
45%
15%
8%
Residents' connection and engagement with
their community, 2026
Community Connection
Community connection reflects residents’ sense of
belonging. When residents feel welcomed and
encouraged to participate, they are more likely to
feel engaged and connected to their community.
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Sacramento as a place to raise
children
Sacramento as a place to retire
Sense of community
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
52% 50%
54%52% 50%
54%
40%39%
44%
40%39%
44%
43% 39%
51%
↗43% 39%
51%
↗
Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Residents' connection and engagement
with their community
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar34%33%
40%
34%33%
40%
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -2 -1 0 1 2
Making all residents feel welcome
Attracting people from diverse
backgrounds
Valuing/respecting residents from
diverse backgrounds
Taking care of vulnerable residents
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
48%48%
56%
↗48%48%
56%
↗
65%58%
65%65%58%
65%
Please rate the job you feel the Sacramento community does at each of the following. (% excellent or good)
Sense of civic/community pride
Neighborliness of residents
Opportunities to participate in social
events and activities
Opportunities to volunteer
Opportunities to participate in
community matters
Openness and acceptance of the
community toward people of diverse
backgrounds
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
Campaigned or advocated for a local
issue, cause, or candidate
Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. (% yes)

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If no comparison is available, this is left blank.
vs. national
benchmark³⁰
vs. custom
benchmark³¹
27 Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Residents' connection and engagement with
their community, 2025
Community Connection
Community connection reflects residents’ sense of
belonging. When residents feel welcomed and
encouraged to participate, they are more likely to
feel engaged and connected to their community.

Sacramento as a place to raise
children
Sacramento as a place to retire
Sense of community
Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Sacramento. (% excellent or good)
Residents' connection and engagement
with their community
Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramentoas a whole. (% excellent or good)
-1 0 1 2
Making all residents feel welcome
Attracting people from diverse
backgrounds
Valuing/respecting residents from
diverse backgrounds
Taking care of vulnerable residents
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Much lower LowerMuch lower Lower
59%54%
62%
59%54%
62%
20%
25%
22%
20%
25%
22%
Please rate the job you feel the Sacramento community does at each of the following. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Sense of civic/community pride
Neighborliness of residents
Opportunities to participate in social
events and activities
Opportunities to volunteer
Opportunities to participate in
community matters
Openness and acceptance of the
community toward people of diverse
backgrounds
Lower SimilarLower Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
Similar SimilarSimilar Similar
36%
36%
39%36%
36%
39%
42%
38%
47%
↗
42%
38%
47%
↗
51%
46%
54%51%
46%
54%
62% 64% 60%62% 64% 60%
51%
47%
49%
51%
47%
49%
54%51%
59%
54%51%
59%
Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community. (% excellent or good)
2022 2024 2026 -1 0 1 2
-1 0 1 2
Campaigned or advocated for a local
issue, cause, or candidate
SimilarSimilar SimilarSimilar
20%
21%
17%
20%
21%
17%
Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months. (% yes)

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If no comparison is available, this is left blank.
vs. national
benchmark³⁰
vs. custom
benchmark³¹
28 The City of
Sacramento is a
full-service City
and provides a
wide range of
services, functions,
and programs to its
residents. To help
pay for some of
these services,
Sacramento
residents in 2018
passed Measure U,
a one percent sales
tax increase.

Please help us
prioritize Measure
U spending by
rating the following
categories. For
more information
on Measure U,
please visit: https://
tinyurl.com/
md8p4wmh.

Affordable housing
and homeless
supportive services
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community-based
mental health and
wellness (e.g. peer
counseling, crisis
response workers,
addiction services,
conflict resolution/
mediation)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public safety
services (e.g.,
police, fire,
emergency medical
services, citywide
emergency
management and
youth-centered
prevention
services)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community
response services (
e.g. violence
prevention/
intervention, re-
entry services, peer
navigator, case
management)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Street maintenanceHigh priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Youth programs High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community
Investment and
Neighborhood
Empowerment (job
training and
placement, small/
start-up/first-time
locally owned
business support in
each district, Black
Indigenous and
People of Color
owned business,
baby bonds,
household financial
assistance)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Transportation High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public parks High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public libraries High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Senior programs High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Infrastructure/
Capital
Improvements
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
8%
3%
17%
71%
6%
4%
23%
66%
9%
27%
60%
Custom Questions
Below are the complete set of responses to each custom question on the survey. By default, “don’t know” responses are excluded.

Include "don't know"
No
29 The City of
Sacramento is a
full-service City
and provides a
wide range of
services, functions,
and programs to its
residents. To help
pay for some of
these services,
Sacramento
residents in 2018
passed Measure U,
a one percent sales
tax increase.

Please help us
prioritize Measure
U spending by
rating the following
categories. For
more information
on Measure U,
please visit: https://
tinyurl.com/
md8p4wmh.

Affordable housing
and homeless
supportive services
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community-based
mental health and
wellness (e.g. peer
counseling, crisis
response workers,
addiction services,
conflict resolution/
mediation)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public safety
services (e.g.,
police, fire,
emergency medical
services, citywide
emergency
management and
youth-centered
prevention
services)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community
response services (
e.g. violence
prevention/
intervention, re-
entry services, peer
navigator, case
management)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Street maintenance High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Youth programs High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community
Investment and
Neighborhood
Empowerment (job
training and
placement, small/
start-up/first-time
locally owned
business support in
each district, Black
Indigenous and
People of Color
owned business,
baby bonds,
household financial
assistance)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Transportation High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public parks High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public libraries High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Senior programs High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Infrastructure/
Capital
Improvements
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
4%
9%
27%
60%
6%
7%
30%
57%
5%
12%
34%
49%
2%
13%
41%
44%
Custom Questions
Below are the complete set of responses to each custom question on the survey. By default, “don’t know” responses are excluded.

Include "don't know"
No
30 The City of
Sacramento is a
full-service City
and provides a
wide range of
services, functions,
and programs to its
residents. To help
pay for some of
these services,
Sacramento
residents in 2018
passed Measure U,
a one percent sales
tax increase.

Please help us
prioritize Measure
U spending by
rating the following
categories. For
more information
on Measure U,
please visit: https://
tinyurl.com/
md8p4wmh.

Affordable housing
and homeless
supportive services
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community-based
mental health and
wellness (e.g. peer
counseling, crisis
response workers,
addiction services,
conflict resolution/
mediation)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public safety
services (e.g.,
police, fire,
emergency medical
services, citywide
emergency
management and
youth-centered
prevention
services)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community
response services (
e.g. violence
prevention/
intervention, re-
entry services, peer
navigator, case
management)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Street maintenanceHigh priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Youth programs High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community
Investment and
Neighborhood
Empowerment (job
training and
placement, small/
start-up/first-time
locally owned
business support in
each district, Black
Indigenous and
People of Color
owned business,
baby bonds,
household financial
assistance)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Transportation High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public parks High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public libraries High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Senior programs High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Infrastructure/
Capital
Improvements
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
2%
13%
41%
44%
8%
11%
37%
44%
6%
15%
36%
43%
2%
16%
42%
41%
Custom Questions
Below are the complete set of responses to each custom question on the survey.By default, “don’t know” responses are excluded.

Include "don't know"
No
31 The City of
Sacramento is a
full-service City
and provides a
wide range of
services, functions,
and programs to its
residents. To help
pay for some of
these services,
Sacramento
residents in 2018
passed Measure U,
a one percent sales
tax increase.

Please help us
prioritize Measure
U spending by
rating the following
categories. For
more information
on Measure U,
please visit: https://
tinyurl.com/
md8p4wmh.

Affordable housing
and homeless
supportive services
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community-based
mental health and
wellness (e.g. peer
counseling, crisis
response workers,
addiction services,
conflict resolution/
mediation)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public safety
services (e.g.,
police, fire,
emergency medical
services, citywide
emergency
management and
youth-centered
prevention
services)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community
response services (
e.g. violence
prevention/
intervention, re-
entry services, peer
navigator, case
management)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Street maintenance High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Youth programs High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Community
Investment and
Neighborhood
Empowerment (job
training and
placement, small/
start-up/first-time
locally owned
business support in
each district, Black
Indigenous and
People of Color
owned business,
baby bonds,
household financial
assistance)
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Transportation High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public parks High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Public libraries High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Senior programs High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
Infrastructure/
Capital
Improvements
High priority
Medium priority
Low priority
Don't fund with Measure U
2%
16%
42%
41%
3%
12%
50%
35%
3%
18%
44%
35%
6%
17%
44%
33%
Custom Questions
Below are the complete set of responses to each custom question on the survey. By default, “don’t know” responses are excluded.

Include "don't know"
No
32 Open Participation Methods
As part of its participation in The National Community Survey™ (The NCS™), the City of Sacramento conducted a survey of 7,500 residents. Survey invitations were mailed to randomly selected households and data was collected from January 2, 2026 to February 13, 2026. The results from this main survey effort represent the most robust estimate of your residents’ opinions.

After the above data collection period was underway, a link to an online open participation survey was publicized by the City of Sacramento. The open participation survey was identical to the probability sample survey with two small updates: it asked if the respondent was a resident of Sacramento, and how they heard about the survey. The open participation survey was open to all city residents and became available on January 23, 2026. The survey remained open for three weeks and there were 1,454 responses.

The open participation survey data was not collected through a random sample and it is unknown who in the community was aware of the survey; therefore, a level of confidence in the representativeness of the sample cannot be estimated. However, to reduce bias where possible, this data was statistically weighted to match the demographic characteristics of the 2020 Census and 2023 American Community Survey estimates for adults in the City of Sacramento. The characteristics used for weighting were age, sex, race, Hispanic origin, housing type, housing tenure, and district. No adjustments were made for design effects. Weights were calculated using an iterative raking model known as the ANES Weighting Algorithm.³² The results of the weighting scheme for the open participation survey are presented in the following table.

Unweighted Weighted Target³³
Age 18-34
35-54
55+
Hispanic
origin
No, not Spanish, Hispanic, or Latino
Yes, I consider myself to be Spanish,
Hispanic, or Latino
Housing type Attached
Detached
Housing
tenure
Own
Rent
Race &
Hispanic
origin
Not white alone
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
Sex/age Female 18-34
Female 55+
Male 18-34
Male 35-54
Male 55+
District
District 1 (Fuchsia)
District 2 (Dark Orange)
District 3 (Light Blue)
District 4 (Light Green)
District 5 (Yellow)
District 6 (Dark Green)
32%
34%
34%
33%
34%
33%
58%
34%
8%
26%
74%
26%
74%
12%
88%
61%
39%
61%
39%
81%
19%
48%
52%
47%
53%
18%
82%
33%
67%
33%
67%
70%
30%
14%
17%
17%
17%
17%
15%
18%
15%
18%
17%
23%
14%
3%
36%
5%

32. Pasek, J. (2014). ANES Weighting Algorithm. Retrieved fromhttps://surveyinsights.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Full-anesrake-paper.pdf

33. Targets come from the 2020 Census and 2023 American Community Survey. 33 Open Participation Methods
As part of its participation in The National Community Survey™ (The NCS™), the City of Sacramento conducted a survey of 7,500 residents. Survey invitations were mailed to randomly selected households and data was collected from January 2, 2026 to February 13, 2026. The results from this main survey effort represent the most robust estimate of your residents’ opinions.

Unweighted Weighted Target³²
Age 18-34
35-54
55+
Hispanic
origin
No, not Spanish, Hispanic, or Latino
Yes, I consider myself to be Spanish,
Hispanic, or Latino
Housing type Attached
Detached
Housing
tenure
Own
Rent
Race &
Hispanic
origin
Not white alone
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
Sex/age Female 18-34
Female 35-54
Female 55+
Male 18-34
Male 35-54
Male 55+
District District 1 (Fuchsia)
District 2 (Dark Orange)
District 3 (Light Blue)
District 4 (Light Green)
District 5 (Yellow)
14%
17%
17%
17%
17%
17%
15%
18%
15%
18%
17%
17%
23%
14%
3%
36%
20%
5%
17%
23%
16%
12%
16%
8%
4%
3%
17%
23%
17%
12%
15%
8%
4%
3%
3%
24%
10%
11%
33%
6%
5%
6%

32. Pasek, J. (2014). ANES Weighting Algorithm. Retrieved from https://surveyinsights.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Full-anesrake-paper.pdf

33. Targets come from the 2020 Census and 2023 American Community Survey.

District 6 (Dark Green
District 7 (Pink)
District 8 (Bright Orange) 17%
23%
16%
17%
23%
17%
3%
24%
10%
34 Quality of Life Please rate each of the
following aspects of
quality of life in
Sacramento.

Sacramento as a place to live Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
The overall quality of life Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please indicate how
likely or unlikely you
are to do each of the
following.

Recommend living in
Sacramento to someone who
asks
Very likely
Somewhat
likely
Somewhat
unlikely
7%
N=105
27%
N=388
47%
N=683
19%
N=272
7%
N=101
33%
N=473
50%
N=723
10%
N=141
12%
N=174
17%
N=239
40%
N=560
30%
N=423
Open Participation Results
This table contains the full set of response frequencies from for each survey question, with “don’t know” responses excluded by default.

In some cases, percentages may not total 100%. This occurs either when respondents were allowed to select multiple answers or, for single-answer questions, as a result of rounding to the nearest whole number. 35 Quality of Life Please indicate how
likely or unlikely you
are to do each of the
following.

Recommend living in
Sacramento to someone who
asks
Somewhat
Very unlikely
Remain in Sacramento for
the next five years
Very likely
Somewhat
likely
Somewhat
unlikely
Very unlikely
Please rate each of the
following in the
Sacramento
community.

Overall image or reputation Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Governance Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Public information services Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
12%
N=174
17%
N=239
40%
N=560
30%
N=423
7%
N=99
11%
N=147
26%
N=359
56%
N=765
17%
N=239
47%
N=654
33%
N=463
4%
N=51
13%
N=160
43%
N=549
37%
N=472
7%
N=88
36 Governance
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Please rate the
following categories
of Sacramento
government
performance.

The value of services for the
taxes paid to Sacramento
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
The overall direction that
Sacramento is taking
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
The job Sacramento
government does at
welcoming resident
involvement
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Overall confidence in
Sacramento government
Excellent
Good
32%
N=425
39%
N=522
24%
N=314
5%
N=65
30%
N=402
34%
N=456
29%
N=382
7%
N=88
29%
N=345
35%
N=411
29%
N=348
7%
N=85
39%
N=534
36%
N=489
21%
N=293
4%
N=52
37 Governance Please rate the
following categories
of Sacramento
government
performance.

Overall confidence in
Sacramento government
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Generally acting in the best
interest of the community
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Being honest Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Being open and transparent
to the public
Excellent
Good
Fair
39%
N=534
36%
N=489
21%
N=293
4%
N=52
36%
N=491
33%
N=441
26%
N=355
4%
N=60
36%
N=445
37%
N=447
23%
N=283
4%
N=48
37%
N=470
38%
N=485
21%
N=262
4%
N=51
38 Governance Please rate the
following categories
of Sacramento
government
performance.

Being open and transparent
to the public
Good
Fair
Poor
Informing residents about
issues facing the community
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Treating all residents fairly Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Treating residents with
respect
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
37%
N=470
38%
N=485
21%
N=262
4%
N=51
30%
N=401
37%
N=499
27%
N=358
6%
N=76
34%
N=408
33%
N=396
25%
N=305
8%
N=92
27%
N=341
32%
N=407
32%
N=408
9%
N=107
39 Governance
Please rate the
following categories
of Sacramento
government
performance.

Treating residents with
respect
Fair
Poor
Overall, how would
you rate the quality of
the services provided
by each of the
following?
The City of Sacramento Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
The Federal Government Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Economy Please rate each of the
following aspects of
quality of life in
Sacramento.

Sacramento as a place to
work
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Excellent
27%
N=341
32%
N=407
32%
N=408
9%
N=107
18%
N=250
35%
N=496
38%
N=534
9%
N=119
64%
N=855
23%
N=311
10%
N=134
3%
N=38
7%
N=90
32%
N=441
46%
N=632
15%
N=208
40 Economy Please rate each of the
following aspects of
quality of life in
Sacramento.

Sacramento as a place to
work Poor
Sacramento as a place to
visit
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall economic health Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate each of the
following in the
Sacramento
community.

Overall quality of business
and service establishments
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Variety of business and
service establishments
Excellent
Good
19%
N=268
36%
N=505
34%
N=475
10%
N=144
21%
N=297
46%
N=636
31%
N=425
2%
N=27
8%
N=109
32%
N=464
48%
N=685
12%
N=180
9%
N=124
33%
N=476
45%
N=645
14%
N=201
41 Economy Please rate each of the
following in the
Sacramento
community.

Variety of business and
service establishments
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Vibrancy of
downtown/commercial area
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Employment opportunities Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Shopping opportunities Excellent
Good
Fair
9%
N=124
33%
N=476
45%
N=645
14%
N=201
28%
N=390
41%
N=571
25%
N=345
6%
N=77
15%
N=197
45%
N=576
34%
N=429
6%
N=75
18%
N=252
33%
N=464
42%
N=604
7%
N=105
42 Economy Please rate each of the
following in the
Sacramento
community.

Shopping opportunities
Good
Fair
Poor
Cost of living Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Economic development Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Overall economic health Essential
Very
important
Somewhat
important
important
18%
N=252
33%
N=464
42%
N=604
7%
N=105
40%
N=566
42%
N=606
17%
N=241
1%
N=18
24%
N=276
48%
N=555
26%
N=305
2%
N=28
2%
N=23
15%
N=201
42%
N=558
42%
N=561
43 Economy
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
Overall economic health
Somewhat
important
Not at all
important
What impact, if any, do you
think the economy will have
on your family income in the
next 6 months? Do you think
the impact will be:

Very positive
Somewhat
positive
Neutral
Somewhat
negative
Very negative
Mobility Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall quality of the
transportation system
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Traffic flow on major streets Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
2%
N=23
15%
N=201
42%
N=558
42%
N=561
14%
N=192
34%
N=475
39%
N=553
10%
N=140
4%
N=57
35%
N=498
43%
N=604
21%
N=292
2%
N=25
34%
N=493
43%
N=615
21%
N=307
2%
N=28
44 Mobility Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Traffic flow on major streets
Fair
Poor
Ease of public parking Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Ease of travel by car Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Ease of travel by public
transportation
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Excellent
34%
N=493
43%
N=615
21%
N=307
2%
N=28
39%
N=544
33%
N=463
20%
N=282
8%
N=112
16%
N=226
39%
N=549
34%
N=480
12%
N=168
54%
N=646
31%
N=374
11%
N=136
3%
N=30
45 Mobility Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Ease of travel by public
transportation Poor
Ease of travel by bicycle Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Ease of walking Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please indicate
whether or not you
have done each of the
following in the last 12
months.

Used public transportation
instead of driving
No
Yes
Carpooled with other adults
or children instead of driving
alone
No
Yes
Walked or biked instead of
driving
No
26%
N=303
40%
N=464
29%
N=335
5%
N=53
24%
N=342
36%
N=505
33%
N=457
7%
N=101
45%
N=650
55%
N=791
68%
N=979
32%
N=467
73%
N=1051
27%
N=395
46 Mobility
Please indicate
Walked or biked instead of
driving
No
Yes
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Traffic enforcement Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Traffic signal timing Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Street repair Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Excellent
73%
N=1051
27%
N=395
49%
N=643
35%
N=456
13%
N=176
3%
N=41
33%
N=453
38%
N=522
24%
N=333
5%
N=75
46%
N=663
36%
N=515
16%
N=230
1%
N=20
47 Mobility Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Street repair Poor
Street cleaning Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Street lighting Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Sidewalk maintenance Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Bus or transit services Excellent
Good
27%
N=382
37%
N=513
30%
N=421
6%
N=86
23%
N=328
38%
N=534
33%
N=457
5%
N=77
26%
N=365
41%
N=570
32%
N=445
1%
N=21
41%
N=441
34%
N=364
23%
N=243
3%
N=31
48 Mobility Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Bus or transit services
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Land use, planning and
zoning
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Overall quality of the
transportation system
Essential
Very
important
Somewhat
important
Not at all
important
Community Design Please rate each of the
following aspects of
quality of life in
Sacramento.

Your neighborhood as a
place to live
Excellent
Good
Fair
41%
N=441
34%
N=364
23%
N=243
3%
N=31
34%
N=367
42%
N=448
21%
N=223
3%
N=36
1%
N=17
14%
N=190
35%
N=490
50%
N=691
8%
N=122
27%
N=387
40%
N=580
25%
N=355
49 Community Design Please rate each of the
following aspects of
quality of life in
Sacramento.

Your neighborhood as a
place to live Fair
Poor
Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall design or layout of
residential and commercial
areas
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Well-planned residential
growth
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Well-planned commercial
growth
Excellent
Good
Fair
8%
N=122
27%
N=387
40%
N=580
25%
N=355
20%
N=288
46%
N=666
31%
N=448
2%
N=36
43%
N=518
34%
N=418
20%
N=246
3%
N=32
36%
N=417
40%
N=467
21%
N=246
2%
N=27
50 Community Design Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Well-planned commercial
growth Poor
Well-designed
neighborhoods
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Preservation of the historical
or cultural character of the
community
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Public places where people
want to spend time
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Excellent
36%
N=417
40%
N=467
21%
N=246
2%
N=27
26%
N=345
44%
N=575
27%
N=358
3%
N=42
11%
N=147
36%
N=493
44%
N=591
9%
N=123
21%
N=303
43%
N=606
31%
N=445
4%
N=60
51 Community Design Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Public places where people
want to spend time Poor
Variety of housing options Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Availability of affordable
quality housing
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Overall quality of new
development
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Overall appearance Excellent
34%
N=462
39%
N=521
22%
N=300
4%
N=56
63%
N=818
26%
N=330
8%
N=106
3%
N=37
30%
N=360
42%
N=512
26%
N=313
2%
N=29
18%
N=262
38%
N=547
38%
N=544
6%
N=79
52 Community Design Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Overall appearance
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Code enforcement Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Affordable high-speed
internet access
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.
coming two years.

Overall design or layout of
residential and commercial
areas
Essential
Very
important
Somewhat
important
18%
N=262
38%
N=547
38%
N=544
6%
N=79
46%
N=545
35%
N=415
16%
N=189
4%
N=42
21%
N=259
32%
N=403
34%
N=426
14%
N=175
3%
N=37
25%
N=351
43%
N=600
29%
N=406
53 Community Design Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Overall design or layout of
residential and commercial
areas
Very
important
Somewhat
important
Not at all
important
Utilities Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall quality of the utility
infrastructure
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Garbage collection Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Drinking water Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
3%
N=37
25%
N=351
43%
N=600
29%
N=406
10%
N=136
33%
N=469
46%
N=648
11%
N=154
3%
N=46
15%
N=217
44%
N=625
37%
N=527
10%
N=135
24%
N=330
40%
N=547
25%
N=342
54 Utilities Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Drinking water
Fair
Poor
Sewer services Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Storm water management Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Utility billing Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Excellent
10%
N=135
24%
N=330
40%
N=547
25%
N=342
5%
N=67
18%
N=233
48%
N=600
29%
N=363
9%
N=117
31%
N=397
41%
N=525
19%
N=242
16%
N=221
31%
N=425
35%
N=482
17%
N=234
55 Utilities Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Utility billing Poor
Police/Sheriff services Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Crime prevention Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Overall quality of the utility
infrastructure
Essential
Very
important
Somewhat
important
Not at all
important
Safety
Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall feeling of safety Excellent
27%
N=341
37%
N=462
30%
N=376
6%
N=70
33%
N=397
43%
N=522
20%
N=239
4%
N=44
2%
N=22
18%
N=254
36%
N=506
44%
N=606
22%
N=311
38%
N=555
36%
N=513
4%
N=62
56 Safety Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall feeling of safety
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate how safe
or unsafe you feel:

In your neighborhood during
the day
Very safe
Somewhat
safe
Neither safe
nor unsafe
Somewhat
unsafe
Very unsafe
In Sacramento's
downtown/commercial area
during the day
Very safe
Somewhat
safe
Neither safe
nor unsafe
Somewhat
unsafe
Very unsafe
22%
N=311
38%
N=555
36%
N=513
4%
N=62
3%
N=42
8%
N=122
7%
N=103
33%
N=483
48%
N=700
8%
N=117
17%
N=240
13%
N=185
43%
N=615
19%
N=274
57 Safety Please rate how safe
or unsafe you feel:

In Sacramento's
downtown/commercial area
From property crime Ver y safe
Somewhat
safe
Neither safe
nor unsafe
Somewhat
unsafe
Very unsafe
From violent crime Very safe
Somewhat
safe
Neither safe
nor unsafe
Somewhat
unsafe
Very unsafe
From fire, flood, or other
natural disaster
Very safe
Somewhat
safe
Neither safe
nor unsafe
Somewhat
unsafe
12%
N=167
25%
N=356
15%
N=214
37%
N=522
12%
N=170
8%
N=114
19%
N=261
15%
N=211
35%
N=490
23%
N=328
3%
N=42
12%
N=176
19%
N=277
40%
N=564
26%
N=364
58 Safety Please rate how safe
or unsafe you feel:

From fire, flood, or other
natural disaster
Neither safe
nor unsafe
Somewhat
unsafe
Very unsafe
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Animal control Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Ambulance or emergency
medical services
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Fire services Excellent
Good
Fair
3%
N=42
12%
N=176
19%
N=277
40%
N=564
26%
N=364
25%
N=265
34%
N=360
35%
N=369
6%
N=68
7%
N=64
29%
N=277
45%
N=432
19%
N=186
4%
N=42
19%
N=184
48%
N=473
29%
N=285
59 Safety Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Fire services
Fair
Poor
Fire prevention and
education
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Emergency preparedness Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Preservation of natural areas Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
4%
N=42
19%
N=184
48%
N=473
29%
N=285
14%
N=118
33%
N=283
36%
N=307
17%
N=144
24%
N=225
38%
N=353
29%
N=265
9%
N=84
25%
N=299
36%
N=438
32%
N=382
8%
N=95
60 Safety Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento. Preservation of natural areas Poor
Sacramento open space Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Overall feeling of safety Essential
Very
important
Somewhat
important
Not at all
important
Natural
environment
Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall quality of natural
environment
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.community.

Cleanliness Excellent
Good
18%
N=222
40%
N=485
35%
N=432
7%
N=85
2%
N=22
15%
N=205
39%
N=541
45%
N=630
10%
N=136
29%
N=422
46%
N=662
15%
N=213
35%
N=510
39%
N=561
24%
N=338
2%
N=28
61 Natural
environment
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Cleanliness
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Water resources Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Air quality Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Recycling Excellent
Good
Fair
35%
N=510
39%
N=561
24%
N=338
2%
N=28
18%
N=241
33%
N=450
38%
N=517
12%
N=167
22%
N=307
40%
N=568
34%
N=484
3%
N=46
14%
N=184
27%
N=362
43%
N=567
16%
N=209
62 Natural
environment
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Recycling
Good
Fair
Poor
Yard waste pick-up Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
City parks Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Recreation programs or
classes
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
14%
N=184
27%
N=362
43%
N=567
16%
N=209
6%
N=73
21%
N=268
43%
N=549
30%
N=375
9%
N=124
31%
N=439
42%
N=596
18%
N=251
11%
N=114
35%
N=379
41%
N=436
13%
N=144
63 Natural
environment
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Recreation programs or
classes
Fair
Poor
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Overall quality of natural
environment
Essential
Very
important
Somewhat
important
Not at all
important
Parks and
Recreation
Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall quality of parks and
recreation opportunities
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Availability of paths and
walking trails
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Excellent
11%
N=114
35%
N=379
41%
N=436
13%
N=144
2%
N=21
19%
N=265
40%
N=559
39%
N=538
9%
N=130
30%
N=424
42%
N=594
20%
N=280
15%
N=201
34%
N=465
36%
N=491
16%
N=214
64 Parks and
Recreation
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Availability of paths and
walking trails Poor
Fitness opportunities Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Recreational opportunities Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Recreation centers or
facilities
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Health services Excellent
Good
11%
N=142
30%
N=406
43%
N=582
16%
N=218
11%
N=153
30%
N=423
46%
N=640
13%
N=185
10%
N=106
35%
N=363
41%
N=424
14%
N=149
13%
N=129
35%
N=363
43%
N=441
10%
N=102
65 Parks and
Recreation
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Health services
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Public library services Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Overall quality of parks and
recreation opportunities
Essential
Very
important
Somewhat
important
Not at all
important
Health and
wellness
Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall health and wellness
opportunities
Excellent
Good
Fair
13%
N=129
35%
N=363
43%
N=441
10%
N=102
3%
N=35
17%
N=219
43%
N=558
38%
N=488
2%
N=21
22%
N=299
48%
N=666
29%
N=403
12%
N=156
31%
N=425
47%
N=630
10%
N=141
66 Health and
wellness
Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall health and wellness
opportunities
Good
Fair
Poor
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Availability of affordable
quality food
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Availability of affordable
quality health care
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Availability of preventive
health services
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
12%
N=156
31%
N=425
47%
N=630
10%
N=141
20%
N=282
35%
N=505
36%
N=512
10%
N=138
26%
N=354
35%
N=472
30%
N=406
10%
N=135
21%
N=267
35%
N=445
35%
N=447
10%
N=126
67 Health and
wellness
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Availability of preventive
health services
Fair
Poor
Availability of affordable
quality mental health care
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate the quality
of each of the
following services in
Sacramento.

Overall customer service by
Sacramento employees
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Overall health and wellness
opportunities
Essential
Very
important
Somewhat
important
Not at all
important
Excellent
21%
N=267
35%
N=445
35%
N=447
10%
N=126
48%
N=522
29%
N=309
18%
N=189
5%
N=58
11%
N=142
31%
N=397
44%
N=568
14%
N=177
6%
N=79
26%
N=365
46%
N=632
22%
N=309
68 Health and
wellness
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Overall health and wellness
opportunities
Not at all
important
Please rate your overall
health.

Excellent
Very good
Good
Fair
Poor
Education, Arts
and Culture
Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Overall opportunities for
education, culture, and the
arts
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Opportunities to attend
cultural/arts/music activities
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Excellent
0%
N=6
6%
N=88
24%
N=331
44%
N=611
26%
N=361
11%
N=148
26%
N=363
50%
N=699
14%
N=195
11%
N=155
27%
N=375
43%
N=598
19%
N=269
69 Education, Arts
and Culture
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Opportunities to attend
cultural/arts/music activities Poor
Community support for the
arts
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Availability of affordable
quality childcare/preschool
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
K-12 education Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Adult educational
opportunities
Excellent
Good
10%
N=132
25%
N=337
46%
N=614
18%
N=242
44%
N=300
37%
N=249
15%
N=100
5%
N=33
28%
N=256
43%
N=388
24%
N=215
5%
N=45
15%
N=138
36%
N=336
39%
N=362
10%
N=89
70 Education, Arts
and Culture
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Adult educational
opportunities
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Opportunities to attend
special events and festivals
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Overall opportunities for
education, culture, and the
arts
Essential
Very
important
Somewhat
important
Not at all
important
Participation Please indicate
whether or not you
have done each of the
following in the last 12
months.

Contacted the City of
Sacramento for help or
information
No
Yes
No
15%
N=138
36%
N=336
39%
N=362
10%
N=89
9%
N=124
30%
N=418
41%
N=580
20%
N=284
4%
N=50
28%
N=385
41%
N=574
27%
N=381
70%
N=1007
30%
N=435
71 Participation Please indicate
whether or not you
have done each of the
following in the last 12
months.

Contacted the City of
Sacramento for help or
information Yes
Contacted Sacramento
elected officials to express
your opinion
No
Yes
Attended a local public
meeting
No
Yes
Watched a local public
meeting
No
Yes
Volunteered your time to
some group/activity
No
Yes
Campaigned or advocated
for a local issue, cause, or
candidate
No
Yes
Voted in your most recent
local election
No
Yes
In general, how many
times do you:

Access the internet from your
home
Several times
a day
Once a day
51%
N=733
49%
N=712
34%
N=491
66%
N=953
51%
N=739
49%
N=707
58%
N=835
42%
N=605
43%
N=623
57%
N=818
93%
N=1332
7%
N=108
85%
N=1185
72 Participation In general, how many
times do you:

Access the internet from your
home
Several times
a day
Once a day
A few times a
week
Every few
weeks
Less often or
never
Access the internet from your
cell phone
Several times
a day
Once a day
A few times a
week
Every few
weeks
Less often or
never
Visit social media sites Several times
a day
Once a day
A few times a
week
Every few
weeks
Less often or
never
1%
N=18
2%
N=30
4%
N=60
7%
N=96
85%
N=1185
2%
N=34
1%
N=16
4%
N=54
4%
N=57
88%
N=1231
15%
N=206
5%
N=65
7%
N=101
15%
N=210
58%
N=812
73 Participation In general, how many
times do you:

Visit social media sites
Every few
weeks
Less often or
never
Use or check email Several times
a day
Once a day
A few times a
week
Every few
weeks
Less often or
never
Share your opinions online Several times
a day
Once a day
A few times a
week
Every few
weeks
Less often or
never
Shop online Several times
a day
Once a day
A few times a
week
15%
N=206
0%
N=
0%
N=6
4%
N=49
16%
N=218
80%
N=1108
36%
N=494
20%
N=272
21%
N=283
7%
N=96
17%
N=232
12%
N=156
36%
N=477
35%
N=472
8%
N=106
10%
N=132
74 Participation In general, how many
times do you:

Shop online
Once a day
A few times a
week
Every few
weeks
Less often or
never
Custom The City of
Sacramento is a full-
service City and
provides a wide range
of services, functions,
and programs to its
residents. To help pay
for some of these
services, Sacramento
residents in 2018
passed Measure U, a
one percent sales tax
increase. Please help
us prioritize Measure
U spending by rating
the following
categories. For more
information on
Measure U, please
visit: https://tinyurl.
com/md8p4wmh.

Community Investment and Medium
priority
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
High priority
Medium
priority
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
High priority
Medium
priority
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
Community Investment and
Neighborhood Empowerment
(job training and placement,
small/start-up/first-time locally
owned business support in each
district, Black Indigenous and
People of Color owned business,
baby bonds, household financial
assistance)
Community response services
(e.g. violence prevention/
intervention,
re-entry services, peer
navigator, case management)
Infrastructure/Capital
Improvements
Public libraries
High priority
Medium
priority
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
14%
N=197
17%
N=232
33%
N=459
36%
N=508
8%
N=114
13%
N=184
38%
N=523
40%
N=552
13%
N=181
17%
N=236
38%
N=511
31%
N=423
7%
N=101
13%
N=182
42%
N=568
38%
N=511
76 Custom The City of
Sacramento is a full-
service City and
provides a wide range
of services, functions,
and programs to its
residents. To help pay
for some of these
services, Sacramento
residents in 2018
passed Measure U, a
one percent sales tax
increase. Please help
us prioritize Measure
U spending by rating
the following
categories. For more
information on
Measure U, please
visit: https://tinyurl.
com/md8p4wmh.

Public libraries
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
Public parks High priority
Medium
priority
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
Public safety services (e.g.,
police, fire, emergency
medical services, citywide
emergency management and
youth-centered prevention
services)
High priority
Medium
priority
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
Senior programs High priority
Medium
priority
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
High priority
7%
N=101
13%
N=182
42%
N=568
38%
N=511
6%
N=85
14%
N=187
43%
N=599
37%
N=509
15%
N=201
9%
N=127
30%
N=406
47%
N=643
9%
N=126
23%
N=317
44%
N=597
24%
N=320
77 Custom The City of
Sacramento is a full-
service City and
provides a wide range
of services, functions,
and programs to its
residents. To help pay
for some of these
services, Sacramento
residents in 2018
passed Measure U, a
one percent sales tax
increase. Please help
us prioritize Measure
U spending by rating
the following
categories. For more
information on
Measure U, please
visit: https://tinyurl.
com/md8p4wmh.

Senior programs
Don't fund
with Measure
U
Street maintenance High priority
Medium
priority
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
Transportation High priority
Medium
priority
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
Youth programs High priority
Medium
priority
Low priority
Don't fund
with Measure
U
What is your sexual
orientation?
Asexual
Bisexual
11%
N=150
16%
N=225
35%
N=489
38%
N=535
10%
N=146
12%
N=170
34%
N=477
43%
N=602
8%
N=108
17%
N=228
39%
N=529
36%
N=478
4%
N=47
78 Custom What is your sexual
orientation?
Asexual
Bisexual
Gay/Lesbian
Heterosexual
Pansexual
Questioning
Other
Do you identify as
transgender?
Yes
No
Demographic How many years have you
lived in Sacramento?
Less than 2
years
2-5 years
6-10 years
11-20 years
More than 20
years
Single-family
detached
home
8%
N=112
1%
N=19
4%
N=51
66%
N=879
9%
N=125
7%
N=97
4%
N=47
97%
N=1326
3%
N=36
48%
N=678
14%
N=201
18%
N=259
15%
N=210
5%
N=65
79 Demographic
How many years have you
lived in Sacramento?
More than 20
years
Single-family
detached
home
Townhouse
or duplex
(may share
walls but no ..

Condominium
or apartment
(have units
above or bel..

Other
Rent
Own
Which best describes the
building you live in?
Do you rent or own your
home?
About how much is your
monthly housing cost for the
place you live (including rent,
mortgage payment, property
tax, property insurance and
homeowners' association
(HOA) fees)?
Less than
$500
$500 to $999
$1000 to
$1,499
$1,500 to
$1,999
$2,000 to
$2,499
$2,500 to
$2,999
$3,000 to
$3,499
$3,500 to
$3,999
1%
N=18
23%
N=321
16%
N=220
60%
N=842
53%
N=738
47%
N=664
3%
N=35
2%
N=25
2%
N=22
4%
N=49
7%
N=93
14%
N=182
21%
N=283
21%
N=281
13%
N=171
9%
N=114
6%
N=84
80 Demographic About how much is your
monthly housing cost for the
place you live (including rent,
mortgage payment, property
tax, property insurance and
homeowners' association
(HOA) fees)?
$3,000 to
$3,499
$3,500 to
$3,999
$4,000 to
$4,499
$4,500 to
$4,999
$5,000 or
more
Do any children 17 or under
live in your household?
No
Yes
Are you or any other
members of your household
aged 65 or older?
No
Yes
How much do you anticipate
your household's total income
before taxes will be for the
current year? (Please include
in your total income money
from all sources for all
persons living in your
household.)
Less than
$25,000
$25,000 to
$49,999
$50,000 to
$74,999
$75,000 to
$99,999
$100,000 to
$149,999
$150,000 to
$199,999
3%
N=35
2%
N=25
2%
N=22
4%
N=49
7%
N=93
14%
N=182
21%
N=283
21%
N=281
13%
N=171
9%
N=114
6%
N=84
28%
N=388
72%
N=1011
30%
N=416
70%
N=994
5%
N=61
9%
N=124
15%
N=205
23%
N=316
19%
N=254
12%
N=168
11%
N=149
5%
N=70
81 Demographic How much do you anticipate
your household's total income
before taxes will be for the
current year? (Please include
in your total income money
from all sources for all
persons living in your
household.)
$100,000 to
$149,999
$150,000 to
$199,999
$200,000 to
$299,999
$300,000 or
more
Are you Spanish, Hispanic or
Latino?
No, not
Spanish,
Hispanic, or
Latino
Yes, I
consider
myself to be
Spanish, His..

In which category is your
age?
18-24 years
25-34 years
35-44 years
45-54 years
55-64 years
65-74 years
75 years or
older
What is your sex? Female
Male
5%
N=61
9%
N=124
15%
N=205
23%
N=316
19%
N=254
12%
N=168
11%
N=149
5%
N=70
26%
N=367
74%
N=1022
7%
N=99
12%
N=167
12%
N=165
17%
N=233
19%
N=265
31%
N=433
3%
N=40
6%
N=80
45%
N=617
49%
N=670
82 Demographic What is your sex?
Female
Male
Non-binary
Community
Connection
Please rate each of the
following aspects of
quality of life in
Sacramento.

Sacramento as a place to
raise children
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Sacramento as a place to
retire
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Sense of community Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
6%
N=80
45%
N=617
49%
N=670
15%
N=181
29%
N=337
40%
N=467
17%
N=195
23%
N=267
33%
N=377
35%
N=401
8%
N=93
21%
N=301
33%
N=471
36%
N=522
10%
N=142
83 Community
Connection
Please rate each of the
following aspects of
quality of life in
Sacramento.

Sense of community
Fair
Poor
Please rate each of the
following
characteristics as they
relate to Sacramento
as a whole.

Residents' connection and
engagement with their
community
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate the job you
feel the Sacramento
community does at
each of the following.

Making all residents feel
welcome
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Attracting people from
diverse backgrounds
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Excellent
21%
N=301
33%
N=471
36%
N=522
10%
N=142
20%
N=289
42%
N=593
33%
N=472
5%
N=68
15%
N=213
30%
N=414
42%
N=583
14%
N=190
8%
N=104
20%
N=279
43%
N=590
29%
N=393
84 Community
Connection
Please rate the job you
feel the Sacramento
community does at
each of the following.

Attracting people from
diverse backgrounds Poor
Valuing/respecting residents
from diverse backgrounds
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Taking care of vulnerable
residents
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Sense of civic/community
pride
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Neighborliness of residents Excellent
Good
10%
N=134
24%
N=331
44%
N=614
22%
N=305
46%
N=624
36%
N=488
16%
N=220
2%
N=29
19%
N=259
35%
N=476
36%
N=492
9%
N=123
18%
N=248
37%
N=519
36%
N=494
9%
N=127
85 Community
Connection
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Neighborliness of residents
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Opportunities to participate in
social events and activities
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Opportunities to volunteer Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Opportunities to participate in
community matters
Excellent
Good
Fair
18%
N=248
37%
N=519
36%
N=494
9%
N=127
10%
N=141
34%
N=474
40%
N=556
15%
N=205
6%
N=72
27%
N=339
44%
N=547
24%
N=296
11%
N=146
31%
N=408
43%
N=556
15%
N=189
86 Community
Connection
Please also rate each
of the following in the
Sacramento
community.

Opportunities to participate in
community matters
Good
Fair
Poor
Openness and acceptance of
the community toward people
of diverse backgrounds
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Please rate how
important, if at all, you
think it is for the
Sacramento
community to focus
on each of the
following in the
coming two years.

Residents' connection and
engagement with their
community
Essential
Very
important
Somewhat
important
Not at all
important
11%
N=146
31%
N=408
43%
N=556
15%
N=189
8%
N=113
27%
N=364
45%
N=608
20%
N=268
3%
N=38
29%
N=397
42%
N=587
26%
N=360
87 The National Community Survey ™ • © 2001-2026 National Research Center, Inc.

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1. Please rate each of the following aspects of quality of life in Sacramento.

Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know
Sacramento as a place to live ............................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Your neighborhood as a place to live ............................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Sacramento as a place to raise children .......................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Sacramento as a place to work ........................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Sacramento as a place to visit ............................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Sacramento as a place to retire .......................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 The overall quality of life in Sacramento ........................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Sense of community ................................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5

2. Please rate each of the following characteristics as they relate to Sacramento as a whole.

Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know
Overall economic health of Sacramento ......................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of the transportation system (auto, bicycle, foot, bus) in Sacramento ........................................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Overall design or layout of Sacramento’s residential and commercial areas (e.g., homes, buildings, streets, parks, etc.) .................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure in Sacramento (water, sewer, storm water, electric, gas) ................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Overall feeling of safety in Sacramento ........................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of natural environment in Sacramento ........................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities ............................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Overall health and wellness opportunities in Sacramento ..................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall opportunities for education, culture, and the arts ..................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Residents’ connection and engagement with their community ........................... 1 2 3 4 5

3. Please indicate how likely or unlikely you are to do each of the following.

Very Somewhat Somewhat Very Don’t
likely likely unlikely unlikely know
Recommend living in Sacramento to someone who asks ................ 1 2 3 4 5 Remain in Sacramento for the next five years ...................................... 1 2 3 4 5

4. Please rate how safe or unsafe you feel:

Very Somewhat Neither safe Somewhat Very Don’t
safe safe nor unsafe unsafe unsafe know
In your neighborhood during the day ..................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 In Sacramento’s downtown/commercial area
during the day ............................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 From property crime ....................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 From violent crime ........................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 From fire, flood, or other natural disaster ............................. 1 2 3 4 5 6

5. Please rate the job you feel the Sacramento community does at each of the following.

Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know
Making all residents feel welcome .................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Attracting people from diverse backgrounds ............................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Valuing/respecting residents from diverse backgrounds ...................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Taking care of vulnerable residents (elderly, disabled, homeless, etc.) ........... 1 2 3 4 5

6. Please rate each of the following in the Sacramento community.

Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know
Overall quality of business and service establishments in Sacramento ........... 1 2 3 4 5 Variety of business and service establishments in Sacramento ........................... 1 2 3 4 5 Vibrancy of downtown/commercial area ...................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Employment opportunities .................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Shopping opportunities ......................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Cost of living in Sacramento ................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Overall image or reputation of Sacramento .................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 The National Community Survey ™ • © 2001-2026 National Research Center, Inc.

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7. Please also rate each of the following in the Sacramento community.

Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know
Traffic flow on major streets ............................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Ease of public parking ............................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Ease of travel by car in Sacramento .................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Ease of travel by public transportation in Sacramento ............................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Ease of travel by bicycle in Sacramento .......................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Ease of walking in Sacramento ........................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Well-planned residential growth ....................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Well-planned commercial growth ..................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Well-designed neighborhoods ............................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Preservation of the historical or cultural character of the community ............ 1 2 3 4 5 Public places where people want to spend time ......................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Variety of housing options .................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality housing ...................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of new development in Sacramento ................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Overall appearance of Sacramento ................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Cleanliness of Sacramento .................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Water resources (beaches, ponds, riverways, etc.) .................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Air quality .................................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of paths and walking trails ........................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Fitness opportunities (including exercise classes and paths or trails, etc.) .... 1 2 3 4 5 Recreational opportunities .................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality food ............................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality health care ............................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of preventive health services ...................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality mental health care ................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to attend cultural/arts/music activities ........................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Community support for the arts ........................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Availability of affordable quality childcare/preschool ............................................ 1 2 3 4 5 K-12 education ........................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Adult educational opportunities ........................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Sense of civic/community pride ........................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Neighborliness of residents in Sacramento .................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to participate in social events and activities ................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to attend special events and festivals ................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to volunteer ................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Opportunities to participate in community matters ................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Openness and acceptance of the community toward people
of diverse backgrounds ..................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5

8. Please indicate whether or not you have done each of the following in the last 12 months.

No Yes
Contacted the City of Sacramento (in-person, phone, email, or web) for help or information ...................... 1 2 Contacted Sacramento elected officials (in-person, phone, email, or web) to express your opinion .......... 1 2 Attended a local public meeting (of local elected officials like City Council or County Commissioners, advisory boards, town halls, HOA, neighborhood watch, etc.) ............................................ 1 2 Watched (online or on television) a local public meeting .............................................................................................. 1 2 Volunteered your time to some group/activity in Sacramento ................................................................................... 1 2 Campaigned or advocated for a local issue, cause, or candidate ................................................................................. 1 2 Voted in your most recent local election ................................................................................................................................ 1 2 Used bus, rail, or other public transportation instead of driving ................................................................................ 1 2 Carpooled with other adults or children instead of driving alone .............................................................................. 1 2 Walked or biked instead of driving ........................................................................................................................................... 1 2 The National Community Survey ™ • © 2001-2026 National Research Center, Inc.

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9. Please rate the quality of each of the following services in Sacramento.

Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know
Public information services ............................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Economic development ...................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Traffic enforcement ............................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Traffic signal timing ............................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Street repair ............................................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Street cleaning ....................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Street lighting ......................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Sidewalk maintenance ........................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Bus or transit services ........................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Land use, planning, and zoning ...................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Code enforcement (weeds, abandoned buildings, etc.) ...................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Affordable high-speed internet access ........................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Garbage collection ................................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Drinking water ....................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Sewer services ....................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Storm water management (storm drainage, dams, levees, etc.) ..................... 1 2 3 4 5 Utility billing ........................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Police services ........................................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Crime prevention .................................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Animal control ....................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Ambulance or emergency medical services .............................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Fire services ............................................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Fire prevention and education ....................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Emergency preparedness (services that prepare the community for natural disasters or other emergency situations) ..................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Preservation of natural areas (open space, farmlands, and greenbelts) ...... 1 2 3 4 5 Sacramento open space ..................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Recycling .................................................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Yard waste pick-up .............................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 City parks ................................................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Recreation programs or classes ..................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Recreation centers or facilities ....................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Health services ....................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Public library services ........................................................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5 Overall customer service by Sacramento employees
(police, receptionists, planners, etc.) ...................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5

10. Please rate the following categories of Sacramento government performance.

Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know
The value of services for the taxes paid to Sacramento ....................................... 1 2 3 4 5 The overall direction that Sacramento is taking ..................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 The job Sacramento government does at welcoming resident involvement .... 1 2 3 4 5 Overall confidence in Sacramento government ...................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Generally acting in the best interest of the community ....................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Being honest ........................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Being open and transparent to the public ................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Informing residents about issues facing the community .................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Treating all residents fairly .............................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Treating residents with respect ..................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5

11. Overall, how would you rate the quality of the services provided by each of the following? Excellent Good Fair Poor Don’t know
The City of Sacramento ...................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 The Federal Government ................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 The National Community Survey ™ • © 2001-2026 National Research Center, Inc.

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12. Please rate how important, if at all, you think it is for the Sacramento community to focus on each of the following in the coming two years.

Very Somewhat Not at all
Essential important important important
Overall economic health of Sacramento ........................................................................... 1 2 3 4 Overall quality of the transportation system (auto, bicycle, foot, bus) in Sacramento .......................................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 Overall design or layout of Sacramento’s residential and commercial areas (e.g., homes, buildings, streets, parks, etc.) ..................................................... 1 2 3 4 Overall quality of the utility infrastructure in Sacramento (water, sewer, storm water, electric, gas) ................................................................... 1 2 3 4 Overall feeling of safety in Sacramento ............................................................................. 1 2 3 4 Overall quality of natural environment in Sacramento ............................................. 1 2 3 4 Overall quality of parks and recreation opportunities ............................................... 1 2 3 4 Overall health and wellness opportunities in Sacramento ....................................... 1 2 3 4 Overall opportunities for education, culture, and the arts ....................................... 1 2 3 4 Residents’ connection and engagement with their community ............................. 1 2 3 4

13. The City of Sacramento is a full-service City and provides a wide range of services, functions, and programs to its residents. To help pay for some of these services, Sacramento residents in 2018 passed Measure U, a one percent sales tax increase. Please help us prioritize Measure U spending by rating the following categories. For mor e information on Measure U, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/md8p4wmh.

High Medium Low Don’t fund with Don’t
priority priority priority Measure U know
Affordable housing and homeless supportive services .................... 1 2 3 4 5 Community-based mental health and wellness (e.g. peer
counseling, crisis response workers, addiction services, conflict resolution/mediation) ................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Community Investment and Neighborhood Empowerment
(job training and placement, small/start-up/first-time
locally owned business support in each district,
Black Indigenous and People of Color owned business,
baby bonds, household financial assistance) ..................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Community response services (e.g. violence
prevention/intervention, re-entry services, peer navigator, case management) ......................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Infrastructure/Capital Improvements ..................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Public libraries .................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Public parks .......................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Public safety services (e.g., police, fire, emergency medical services, citywide emergency management and
youth-centered prevention services) .................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Senior programs ................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 Street maintenance ........................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Transportation .................................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 Youth programs .................................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 The National Community Survey ™ • © 2001-2026 National Research Center, Inc.

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Our last questions are about you and your household.

Again, all of your responses to this survey are confidential and no identifying information will be shared.

D1. In general, how many times do you: Several Once A few times Every Less often Don’t times a day a day a week few weeks or never know
Access the internet from your home using
a computer, laptop, or tablet computer ...................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 Access the internet from your cell phone ...................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 Visit social media sites such as Facebook,
Twitter, Nextdoor, etc. ...................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 Use or check email .................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5 6 Share your opinions online .................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Shop online .................................................................................. 1 2 3 4 5 6 D2. Please rate your overall health.
m Excellent m Very good m Good m Fair m Poor
D3. What impact, if any, do you think the economy will have on your family income in the next 6 months? Do you think the impact will be:
m Very positive m Somewhat positive m Neutral m Somewhat negative m Very negative D4. How many years have you lived in
Sacramento?
m Less than 2 years
m 2-5 years
m 6-10 years
m 11-20 years
m More than 20 years
D5. Which best describes the building you live
in?
m Single-family detached home
m Townhouse or duplex (may share walls but
no units above or below you)
m Condominium or apartment (have units
above or below you)
m Mobile home
m Other
D6. Do you rent or own your home?
m Rent
m Own
D7. About how much is your monthly housing
cost for the place you live (including rent,
mortgage payment, property tax, property
insurance, and homeowners’ association
(HOA) fees)?
m Less than $500 m $3,000 to $3,499
m $500 to $999 m $3,500 to $3,999
m $1,000 to $1,499 m $4,000 to $4,499
m $1,500 to $1,999 m $4,500 to $4,999
m $2,000 to $2,499 m $5,000 or more
m $2,50
0 to $2,999
D8. Do any children 17 or under live in your
household?
m No m Yes
D9. Are you or any other members of your
household aged 65 or older?
m No m Yes
D10. How much do you anticipate your household’s total income before taxes will be for the current year?
(Please include in your total income money from all
sources for all persons living in your household.)
m Less than $25,000 m $100,000 to $149,999
m $25,000 to $49,999 m $150,000 to $199,999
m $50,000 to $74,999 m $200,000 to $299,999
m $75,000 to $99,999 m $300,000 or more
D11. Are you Spanish, Hispanic, or Latino?
m No, not Spanish, Hispanic, or Latino
m Yes, I consider myself to be Spanish, Hispanic, or Latino D12. What is your race? (Mark one or more races to
indicate what race you consider yourself to be.)
q American Indian or Alaskan Native
q Asian
q Black or African American
q Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
q White
q A race not listed
D13. In which category is your age?
m 18-24 years m 55-64 years
m 25-34 years m 65-74 years
m 35-44 years m 75 years or older
m 45-54 years
D14. What is your sex?
m Female m Male m Non-Binary
D15. What is your sexual orientation?
m Asexual m Heterosexual m Questioning
m Bisexual m Pansexual m Other
m Gay/Lesbian
D16. Do you identify as transgender?
m No m Yes
Thank you! Please return the completed survey in the postage-paid envelope to:

National Research Center, Inc., PO Box 14050, Houston, TX 77221-9904 2026 City of Sacramento Community Survey
Office of the City Auditor | Research and Analysis DivisionFarishta Ahrary, City AuditorJoyce Chih, Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst Background
2 Sample Sizehouseholds selecteddistricts oversampled due to historically low response rates7,5004Response Ratesurveys receivedresponse rate4506%Survey PeriodJan. 2, 2026toFeb. 13, 2026(6 weeks)Representative SampleOpen ParticipationNone; this portion included responses from residents who were not part of the randomly selected group but chose toparticipatein the surveysurveys received1,454Jan. 23, 2026toFeb. 13, 2026(3 weeks)AnalysisStatistically significant sample of City residents+/- 5% 95% confidence interval margin of errorResponses were analyzed separately in the reportOnline DashboardThe results of both the representative sample and open participation surveys are available online at: https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/polco.nrc/viz/TheNCSReport-SacramentoCA2026/About Community LivabilityThe survey captures residents’ opinions considering ten central facets of a community.3 Education, Arts, and CultureSafetyMobilityCommunity DesignCommunity ConnectionHealth and WellnessEconomyUtilitiesParks and RecreationNatural Environment 4 Quality and Importance by the Numbers

Quality-Importance Gap Analysis
5 Quality-Importance Gap Analysis
6 Three facets were rated by residents as high importance and low quality: safety, economy, and mobility.

Highlights –Community Strengths
7 Overall Satisfaction Regarding Quality of LifeParks and Recreation Opportunities Likely Contribute to the High Quality of LifeCommunity Connection is Valued by ResidentsRatings for Sacramento’s parks, recreation, fitness, public library, health, and wellness services are either positive or have increased, with residents providing favorable feedback on these opportunities.Overall sentiment about life in Sacramento is increasingly positive, with residents:•Generally satisfied with their quality of life;•Planning to stay for the next five years; and•Would recommend living in Sacramento.Overall perceptions of Sacramento’s inclusiveness and community spirit have improved, with more residents feeling the city is welcoming, draws diverse people, and has a strengthening sense of community.

Highlights –Focus Areas
8 MobilityGovernance and City LeadershipEconomic Challenges•Ratings for government transparency, honesty, fairness, and respect, the overall direction of Sacramento, and overall confidence in the Sacramento government all remain below 40%.•33% gave positive ratings to the value of services for taxes paid, which is similar to the custom benchmark and an improvement from the previous survey.•Positive ratings for Sacramento’s transportation, ease of public parking, and traffic flow remain low (26-29%) but similar to custom benchmark and consistent with previous results.•Positive ratings for street conditions are lower than benchmarks. •Ratings for overall economic health (38%), downtown vibrancy (33%), employment opportunities (46%), and Sacramento as a place to visit (47%) were lower than benchmarks.•62% in positive ratings for variety of business and service establishments indicate existing strengths to support development.

Quality of Life
9 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark)

Governance
10 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Economy
11 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Mobility (1)
12 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Mobility (2)
13 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Community Design
14 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Utilities
15 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Safety (1)
16 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Safety (2)
17 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Natural Environment
18 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Parks and Recreation
19 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Health and Wellness
20 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Education, Arts, and Culture
21 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Community Connection (previously Inclusivity and Engagement) 22 Lower Similar Higher (compared to custom benchmark) Custom Questions (1)The City of Sacramento is a full-service City and provides a wide range of services, functions, and programs to its residents. To help pay for some of these services, Sacramento residents in 2018 passed Measure U, a one percent sales tax increase. Please help us prioritize Measure U spending by rating the following categories:23

The City of Sacramento is a full-service City and provides a wide range of services, functions, and programs to its residents. To help pay for some of these services, Sacramento residents in 2018 passed Measure U, a one percent sales tax increase. Please help us prioritize Measure U spending by rating the following categories:24 Custom Questions (2)
Comparison of Responses by Respondent Characteristics
25 Council District
Income
Age
Sex
Sexual Orientation
Race & Hispanic origin
Housing tenure
Housing type
Length of residency
Presence of children
Presence of older adults
Identify as Transgender
Thank youFarishta AhraryCity [email protected] ChihPrincipal Fiscal Policy [email protected] 26

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Sacramento City Council
March 17, 2026