Elk Grove is a city in Sacramento County, California, located just south of the state capital of Sacramento. It is part of the Sacramento–Arden-Arcade–Roseville Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of 2018, the population of the city was estimated at 173,702. The second-largest city in Sacramento County, Elk Grove was the fastest-growing city in the U.S. between July 1, 2004, and July 1, 2005. The City of Elk Grove incorporated on July 1, 2000. It is a general law city with a council/manager form of government.One of Elk Grove's most significant aspects is the Elk Grove Unified School District, which is the city's largest employer.

Elk Grove's location provides easy access to two major freeways, the Sacramento International Airport, rail lines and two ports. The City of Elk Grove is known for an award winning school district, a variety of outstanding restaurants, a historical district, first-rate parks, and much more.