Plumbing repair · Rancho Cordova, California
Plumbing repair in Rancho Cordova, CA
Leak, backed-up drain, no hot water, or a frozen line? The largest share of Rancho Cordova's homes (22%) was built 1970 to 1979[1]. Request a licensed plumber who works here. Rancho Cordova, in Sacramento County — ZIPs 95742, 95670, 95827, counts 87,554 residents (2025 estimate)[2].
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Rancho Cordova plumbing snapshot: the key figures
- Population (2025 est.)
- 87,554[2]+10.4% since 2020
- County
- Sacramento[2]
- Land area
- 34.6 sq mi[3]
- Decade the most homes date from
- 1970 to 1979[1]22% of housing units
- Homes built before 1980
- 51%[1]the 4th-highest share of the 13 Sacramento-area suburbs we cover
- Homes built 1980–1999
- 18%[1]2020–2024
- Homes built 2010 or later
- 13%[1]the 6th-highest share of the 13 Sacramento-area suburbs we cover
- Flood & flash-flood reports within 10 mi
- 70[4]2 flash floods, 2016–2025; flood-prone homes need working drainage and backflow prevention
- FEMA flood-insurance claims, local ZIPs
- 19[5]2 in the last 10 years; 10 paid
- Homes on utility gas heat
- 57%[1]gas piping work usually needs a permit and a licensed installer
What the local data means for plumbing in Rancho Cordova
Rancho Cordova is one of the fastest-growing Sacramento-metro suburbs tracked here: 87,554 people (2025 estimate), up 10.4% since 2020[2]. On the map that's 34.6 square miles holding 2,533 residents per square mile, the 10th densest of the suburbs here; it sits entirely in Sacramento County, with ZIP codes 95742, 95670, 95827[3].
With 13% of homes built since 2010 and 51% before 1980[1], Rancho Cordova's plumbing runs from brand-new supply lines and fixtures to aging pipe, original valves and water heaters past their rated life.
Rancho Cordova is split across 3 ZIP codes: 95742 (62% of the city's land), 95670 (29% of the city's land), 95827 (8% of the city's land)[6].
The tracked suburbs closest by are Folsom (8.0 mi NE), Citrus Heights (8.6 mi N) and Elk Grove (13.8 mi SW)[3].
51% of Rancho Cordova's 29,313 housing units predate 1980 and 13% went up in 2010 or later[1] — the 4th-highest pre-1980 share of the 13 Sacramento-area suburbs we cover; nearby, Folsom (13%), Citrus Heights (62%), and Elk Grove (9%) predate 1980. Houses that old can still have galvanized supply pipe or cast-iron drains — especially the 13% built before 1960.
The biggest single slice — 22% — was built 1970 to 1979, and the median home dates to 1979[1]. Neighbours from the same era tend to hit the same plumbing problems at the same time.
Water from the sky is plumbing work too: 70 flood or flash-flood reports within 10 miles over 2016–2025[4], and FEMA logged 19 flood-insurance claims across Rancho Cordova's ZIPs[5]. Homes that take water need working drainage, sump pumps and backflow prevention.
57% of homes heat with utility gas, and 42% of households rent[1]. Tenants: report plumbing failures to the landlord in writing.
Among the 13 suburbs tracked here, Rancho Cordova stands out for the most flood reports nearby (70)[4], the 2nd-highest renter share (42%)[1], and the 3rd-lowest gas-heat share (57%)[1].
Rancho Cordova storm calendar
Within 10 miles of Rancho Cordova, 2016–2025: 2 flash-flood reports and 68 flood or heavy-rain reports[4]. Peak: 64% in January, February, and December. Busiest year 2023 (18). Busiest month January 2023 (13). Latest: flood or heavy-rain report, Dec 25, 2025, 7.8 mi out.
| Month | Flash flood | Flood & heavy rain | All |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 16 | 18 |
| Feb | – | 13 | 13 |
| Mar | – | 9 | 9 |
| Apr | – | 7 | 7 |
| Oct | – | 5 | 5 |
| Nov | – | 4 | 4 |
| Dec | – | 14 | 14 |
plumbing help in Rancho Cordova: what to do next
Plumbing repair contractors taking requests around Rancho Cordova cover ZIP codes 95742, 95670, 95827.
Before you call: before the plumber arrives
Rancho Cordova by the numbers
| Measure | Rancho Cordova | Median of 13 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flood reports (10 mi) | 70 | 27 | 43 more |
| Built before 1960 | 12.6% | 8.3% | 4 pts higher |
| Built before 1980 | 51% | 44% | 7 pts higher |
| Utility-gas heat | 57% | 65% | 8 pts lower |
| Renter-occupied | 42% | 38% | 4 pts higher |
| Built 2010 or later | 13% | 13% | 1 pts higher |
| Median year built | 1979 | 1987 | 8 years older |
Largest differences first. Medians are the middle value across the covered Sacramento-area suburbs, from the same sources.
| City | Flood reports | NFIP claims |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho Cordova | 70 | 19 |
| Folsom 8.0 mi | 45 | 29 |
| Citrus Heights 8.6 mi | 66 | 207 |
| Elk Grove 13.8 mi | 27 | 98 |
| Roseville 14.1 mi | 48 | 303 |
| Rocklin 15.9 mi | 37 | 25 |
| ZIP | Claims | Paid | Busiest year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95742 | 0 | $0 | — |
| 95670 | 5 | $6,913 | 1995 (3) |
| 95827 | 14 | $24,305 | 1995 (6) |
ZIPs extend past city limits.
| Date | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 25, 2025 | Flood | 10.0 mi |
| Dec 25, 2025 | Flood | 7.8 mi |
| Dec 24, 2025 | Flood | 9.3 mi |
| Dec 24, 2025 | Flood | 2.9 mi |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Flood | 4.7 mi |
| Nov 13, 2025 | Flood | 8.7 mi |
| Nov 13, 2025 | Flood | 2.9 mi |
| Feb 13, 2025 | Flood | 4.8 mi |
| Built | Units | Share | Margin of error |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 794 | 2.7% | ±186 |
| 2010 to 2019 | 3,064 | 10.5% | ±313 |
| 2000 to 2009 | 5,017 | 17.1% | ±482 |
| 1990 to 1999 | 2,040 | 7.0% | ±449 |
| 1980 to 1989 | 3,326 | 11.3% | ±454 |
| 1970 to 1979 | 6,525 | 22.3% | ±539 |
| 1960 to 1969 | 4,850 | 16.5% | ±527 |
| 1950 to 1959 | 3,265 | 11.1% | ±374 |
| 1940 to 1949 | 326 | 1.1% | ±189 |
| 1939 or earlier | 106 | 0.4% | ±55 |
ACS 2020–2024 estimates; margins of error are the Census Bureau's 90% intervals.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing units | 29,313 |
| Detached single-family | 18,067 (62%) |
| Occupied homes | 28,174 |
| Owner-occupied | 16,401 (58%) |
| Renter-occupied | 11,773 (42%) |
| Median home value | $477,600 |
ACS 2020–2024 estimates.
| Main heating fuel | Homes | Share | Margin of error |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas | 15,992 | 56.8% | ±668 |
| Electricity | 11,137 | 39.5% | ±678 |
| Bottled or tank gas (propane, butane, etc.) | 415 | 1.5% | ±132 |
| Solar energy | 248 | 0.9% | ±110 |
| No fuel used | 215 | 0.8% | ±105 |
| Wood | 83 | 0.3% | ±53 |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc. | 50 | 0.2% | ±57 |
| Coal or coke | 23 | 0.1% | ±27 |
| Other fuel | 11 | 0.0% | ±19 |
| ZIP (ZCTA) | Share of Rancho Cordova's land | Share of the ZIP inside the city |
|---|---|---|
| 95742 | 62% | 42% |
| 95670 | 29% | 78% |
| 95827 | 8% | 29% |
Common Rancho Cordova plumbing questions
Are Rancho Cordova homes likely to have old galvanized pipes?
Only an inspection can say, but age is the clue: 13% were built before 1960 and 51% before 1980[1].
Which ZIP codes are covered in Rancho Cordova?
95742, 95670, and 95827[6], in Sacramento County. Nearby suburbs with their own pages: Folsom (8.0 mi), Citrus Heights (8.6 mi), and Elk Grove (13.8 mi)[3].
I rent in Rancho Cordova. Who arranges the repair?
42% of occupied Rancho Cordova homes are rented[1], the 2nd-highest share of the 13 Sacramento-area suburbs we cover. Tell your landlord or property manager in writing first; your lease says who arranges repairs.
Sources
- Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (keyless bulk)
- Census population estimates, Vintage 2025
- Census Gazetteer 2025
- NOAA Storm Events Database
- OpenFEMA NFIP claims
- Census 2020 ZCTA–place file
Data pulled Sep 28, 2026. Full citations and method.