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Rancho Cordova, California

Located in Sacramento County, California, Rancho Cordova was established in 2003. Aerojet tested rocket engines here during the Space Race. One of California's newest cities (2003).
Founded 2003 | Population 82,000 | Peak 82,000 (2024) | County Sacramento County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Rancho Cordova, California

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1955Aerojet: Rocket testing facility.
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2003Founded: Rancho Cordova was founded in Sacramento County.
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2003Incorporated: One of CA's newest cities.
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2013Rapid Development: Rancho Cordova experienced major residential and commercial development.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1955 Science
Aerojet
2003 Culture
Founded
2003 Government
Incorporated
2013 Culture
Rapid Development

Did You Know?

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Aerojet tested rocket engines here during the Space Race.
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One of California's newest cities (2003).
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Eastern Sacramento suburb near Folsom.
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Rancho Cordova is located in Sacramento County, California.
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Rancho Cordova has a population of approximately 82,000.
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