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
$2,065
$2,152
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,127
$1,950
💵 Families earn per year
$102,153
$94,176
🔑 Buying a house
$616,000
$506,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
106.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,751
$3,842
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$127
👥 People living there
718,877
528,706
Commute to work
24.9 min
25.3 min
College degree
56.5%
37.1%
Own their home
48.8%
51.7%
Below poverty line
11.2%
13.9%
Unemployment
4.9%
6.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Denver for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Sacramento for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Denver | Sacramento | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $171,460 | +70% in Sacramento |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $103,390 | +34% in Sacramento |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,040 | $172,010 | +28% in Sacramento |
| Medical Assistant | $49,700 | $61,970 | +25% in Sacramento |
| Civil Engineer | $104,710 | $130,150 | +24% in Sacramento |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $78,630 | -21% in Sacramento |
| Physician Assistant | $134,540 | $161,470 | +20% in Sacramento |
| Electrician | $63,150 | $74,830 | +18% in Sacramento |
Frequently asked questions
Is Denver or Sacramento cheaper to live in?
Denver 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 Denver?
About $60,504 a year gives the same standard of living in Sacramento.
Where do people earn more, Denver or Sacramento?
The typical household earns $102,153 in Denver and $94,176 in Sacramento, 8% more in Denver.