The Greater Sacramento Region consists of El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento and Yolo counties, and is home to the capital of the State of California. It is one of the most dynamic regions in the state, as well as one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in California. The region is also the hub of population and employment activity for the Central Valley.

The area’s population count is estimated at roughly 2.1 million people. This figure has increased by 140,000 residents since 2000, and is projected to reach a total of 2.4 million by 2010. Rapid growth can be partly attributed to the region’s economic stability. Employment numbers have grown by 18,000-20,000 jobs per year since 2000, ranking the region 11th among the nation’s hottest job markets.

The Sacramento Region’s diverse and recession resistant economy has made it a premier target for investors, as well as developers. Businesses find the environment attractive due to affordable land prices, reasonable rents, superior transportation facilities, and a skilled labor force. The region’s proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley adds to the quality of life offered to its residents.