Antelope, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Antelope
Census-designated place
Location of Antelope in Sacramento County, California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Sacramento
Area
• Total	6.84 sq mi (17.71 km2)
• Land	6.84 sq mi (17.71 km2)
• Water	0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)  0%
Elevation	121 ft (37 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	48,733
• Density	1/sq mi (2,752.39/km2)
Time zone	UTC-10 (PST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-9 (PST)
ZIP codes	95843
Area codes	916, 279
FIPS code	06-02210

Antelope is a community in Sacramento County, California, United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistics.

Antelope is located about 15 miles (24 km) northeast of downtown Sacramento. It is also about 5 miles (8 km) southwest of Roseville. In 2020, about 48,733 people lived there.

Exploring Antelope's Location

Antelope covers an area of about 6.84 square miles (17.71 square kilometers). The land is mostly flat, with very few hills. There are no large bodies of water in the area.

The northern edge of Antelope is the border between Sacramento County and Placer County. Its eastern border generally follows Roseville Road. The southern border runs along Antelope Road. The western border follows 28th Street and then Dry Creek.

The community officially got its name and boundaries in 1993. This was done by a vote to help the area feel more like its own place. The Antelope, California, designation started on July 1, 1994. The main ZIP code for Antelope is 95843.

A Look at Antelope's Past

In the late 1800s, Antelope was the main settlement in its local area. Many railroad workers lived here and decided to stay. Over time, as workers moved away, Antelope became a smaller community with fewer businesses.

A major event happened on April 28, 1973. A train car carrying aircraft bombs exploded in the southern part of the Southern Pacific's Roseville Yard. This explosion destroyed the local general store and damaged many homes. This event changed Antelope a lot, as much of the small community was affected.

What we know as Antelope today largely started as a planned community in the late 1980s. It was built with many single-family homes and apartments. Because it's a newer community, most homes are modern, and the area is well-organized. The closure of nearby McClellan Air Force Base between 1993 and 2001 did slow down the economy in this area. Antelope officially received its own postmark and recognition as a community from the U.S. Postal Service on July 1, 1994.

Who Lives in Antelope?

Population in 2010

The 2010 United States Census counted 45,770 people living in Antelope. Most people, about 99.8%, lived in homes.

The population was made up of different groups:

• About 63.8% were White.
• About 8.8% were African American.
• About 13.3% were Asian.
• About 14.5% of people were of Hispanic or Latino background.

Many households, about 50.4%, had children under 18 living in them. The average household had about 3.23 people.

The population included people of all ages:

• About 31.1% were under 18 years old.
• About 28.9% were between 25 and 44 years old.
• About 6.2% were 65 years or older.

The average age in Antelope was 31.4 years.

Parks and Recreation in Antelope

Parks in Antelope are managed by the Sunrise Parks and Recreation District and the Rio Linda Elverta Recreation and Parks District. These districts help make sure there are fun places for everyone to enjoy.

Tetotom Park

Tetotom Park is located at Don Julio Boulevard and North Loop Drive, close to Antelope Crossing Middle School. It has a playground, two tennis courts, a volleyball court, and fields for different sports like baseball. There are also barbecue areas for picnics.

Pokelma Park

You can find Pokelma Park on Quiet Knolls Drive, near Elverta Road. This park offers a playground, two tennis courts, a basketball court, and a baseball field.

Lone Oak Park

Lone Oak Park is at Elverta and Gray Mare Way, right next to Center High School. Students can easily enter the park from the school. It has a playground, swings (including some for people with disabilities), a baseball field, and a soccer field. There are also many benches and trees for shade.

Blue Oak Park

Blue Oak Park is located at Big Cloud and Heathston Court. It has several playgrounds and a large, grassy field. However, there are no restrooms at this park.

Northbrook Park (formerly Antelope Greens Park)

This park is a bit hidden, located at Meadow Hawk and Tourmaline Way, near Center High School. It has a half-court basketball court. It is also next to Dry Creek. Locals sometimes call it Hidden Park.

Antelope Community Park

Antelope Community Park is also known as The Park of Dreams. It is located at 8012 Palmerson Drive, next to a fire station. The park has a new plastic and metal playground with unique play sets. It also features a walking trail and many benches across its 34 acres (13.8 hectares).

Antelope Station Park

Antelope Station Park is a smaller park designed for young children. It has a small play set, a garden, and some benches. You can find it at 6306 Outlook Drive.

Almond Grove

Almond Grove is located at 7691 Eagle Point Way. It is a 4.5-acre (1.8-hectare) field without any play sets.

Firestone Park

Firestone Park is a 7.5-acre (3-hectare) park at 5415 Poker Lane, near Olive Grove Elementary School. It has a baseball diamond, two basketball courts, a multipurpose field, a soccer field, benches, bike racks, and picnic areas with barbecues. It also has children's play sets.

Roseview Park

Roseview Park is a 7-acre (2.8-hectare) park located at 5848 Ridgepoint Drive. It includes a play area, a barbecue spot, a garden, a baseball diamond, and a basketball court.

Schools in Antelope

Here is a list of schools that serve the Antelope community:

Center Unified School District

Elementary Schools (Kindergarten to 5th Grade)

• Oak Hill Elementary School
• Dudley Elementary School
• North Country Elementary School
• Spinelli Elementary School

Junior High Schools

• Wilson C. Riles Middle School

High Schools

• Center High School
• Antelope High School
• McClellan Continuation High School

Charter Schools

• Antelope View Charter School (located at the lower part of the old Center Junior High School)

Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District

Elementary Schools (Kindergarten to 5th Grade)

• Antelope Meadows Elementary
• Barrett Ranch Elementary
• Olive Grove Elementary
• Heritage Oak Elementary
• Coyote Ridge Elementary
• Quail Glen Elementary
• Dry Creek Elementary

Junior High Schools (6th to 8th Grade)

• Antelope Crossing Middle School
• Creekview Ranch Middle School
• Silverado Middle School

Roseville Joint Union High School District

• Antelope High School

Community Services

For electricity, Antelope gets its power from Sacramento Municipal Utility District. Natural gas service is provided by PG&E. For phone and internet, residents can choose from companies like Consolidated Communications, Comcast, and AT&T. Keep in mind that not all services might be available in every part of Antelope.

See also

In Spanish: Antelope (California) para niños