salarySacramento is 6% cheaperBased 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
$3,405
$2,152
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,950
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$94,176
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$506,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
106.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$3,842
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$127
👥 People living there
311,690
528,706
Commute to work
24.7 min
25.3 min
College degree
70.6%
37.1%
Own their home
44.5%
51.7%
Below poverty line
10.8%
13.9%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Sacramento for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Sacramento | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant | $47,760 | $61,970 | +30% in Sacramento |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $171,460 | +26% in Sacramento |
| Civil Engineer | $108,640 | $130,150 | +20% in Sacramento |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $139,640 | -13% in Sacramento |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | $66,670 | -10% in Sacramento |
| Pharmacist | $157,440 | $172,680 | +10% in Sacramento |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $111,460 | -9% in Sacramento |
| Warehouse Worker | $42,390 | $45,930 | +8% in Sacramento |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Sacramento cheaper to live in?
Sacramento is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,152 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Sacramento to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $56,357 a year gives the same standard of living in Sacramento.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Sacramento?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $94,176 in Sacramento, 57% more in Irvine.