Moving From Hawaii to Sacramento

Why Hawaii transplants choose Sacramento

Sacramento combines California's job market with lower costs than the coast, and has a long-established Hawaii and Pacific Islander community.

Neighborhoods popular with Hawaii transplants

Elk Grove, Natomas, Roseville and Rancho Cordova are often mentioned by island families.

Hawaiian, Pacific Islander and Asian food and community

Hawaiian restaurants, L&L locations and Asian groceries such as 99 Ranch Market and Oto's Marketplace are in the region; several halau and Hawaii clubs.

Cost of living: Sacramento vs. Honolulu

Lower than Honolulu and the Bay Area, though still California pricing.

Climate shock notes

Hot, dry summers over 100°F; foggy, cool winters (tule fog). No snow in the valley.

Jobs

State government, healthcare, education, agriculture and logistics.

Schools

Many districts; Elk Grove Unified and others are large suburban districts.

Request records from your Hawaii DOE school before you leave so enrollment isn't delayed.

Which port your goods arrive at

Household goods bound for Sacramento usually arrive at Oakland, then travel about 1.5–2 hours by truck to your door.