Sacramento, California's state capital, sits at the confluence of the Sacramento and American Rivers in the Central Valley. The city anchors a metro area stretching from Roseville and Folsom in the northeast to Davis in the west, with neighborhoods like Midtown, East Sacramento, Land Park, and Natomas serving distinct residential and commercial communities. As the seat of state government, Sacramento's economy centers on public administration, healthcare systems like UC Davis Medical Center and Sutter Health, and education, while its position as an agricultural hub and growing tech sector add economic diversity. The region experiences hot, dry summers and mild winters, with a mix of long-time residents, state workers, and families drawn to more affordable housing than coastal California metros.