salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Sacramento to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,619
$2,152
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,950
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$94,176
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$506,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
106.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$3,842
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$127
👥 People living there
573,243
528,706
Commute to work
29.1 min
25.3 min
College degree
36.1%
37.1%
Own their home
47.5%
51.7%
Below poverty line
19.7%
13.9%
Unemployment
6.5%
6.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Sacramento for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Sacramento | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $99,550 | $171,460 | +72% in Sacramento |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $111,460 | +46% in Sacramento |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $103,390 | +35% in Sacramento |
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $178,540 | +35% in Sacramento |
| Medical Assistant | $46,790 | $61,970 | +32% in Sacramento |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,990 | $172,010 | +30% in Sacramento |
| Civil Engineer | $100,500 | $130,150 | +30% in Sacramento |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $94,080 | +27% in Sacramento |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Sacramento cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and Sacramento cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Sacramento to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $61,254 a year gives the same standard of living in Sacramento.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Sacramento?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $94,176 in Sacramento, 29% more in Sacramento.