salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,152
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,950
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$94,176
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$506,300
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
106.7
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,842
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$105
👥 People living there
528,706
195,300
Commute to work
25.3 min
23.2 min
College degree
37.1%
32.3%
Own their home
51.7%
50.8%
Below poverty line
13.9%
10.2%
Unemployment
6.6%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Sacramento for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Vancouver for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Sacramento | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,070 | $54,780 | +56% in Vancouver |
| Plumber | $65,210 | $101,010 | +55% in Vancouver |
| Electrician | $74,830 | $105,090 | +40% in Vancouver |
| Registered Nurse | $171,460 | $130,310 | -24% in Vancouver |
| Elementary School Teacher | $103,390 | $82,330 | -20% in Vancouver |
| Civil Engineer | $130,150 | $106,280 | -18% in Vancouver |
| Lawyer | $178,540 | $155,330 | -13% in Vancouver |
| Police Officer | $111,460 | $97,200 | -13% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Sacramento or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Sacramento and Vancouver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Sacramento?
About $59,297 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Sacramento or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $94,176 in Sacramento and $87,723 in Vancouver, 7% more in Sacramento.