salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,152
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,950
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$94,176
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$506,300
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
106.7
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,842
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$96
👥 People living there
528,706
681,294
Commute to work
25.3 min
30 min
College degree
37.1%
64.2%
Own their home
51.7%
41.5%
Below poverty line
13.9%
15.4%
Unemployment
6.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Sacramento for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Sacramento | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $171,460 | $102,710 | -40% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $118,460 | $156,460 | +32% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,070 | $46,040 | +31% in Washington |
| Firefighter | $94,080 | $66,980 | -29% in Washington |
| Medical Assistant | $61,970 | $46,640 | -25% in Washington |
| Police Officer | $111,460 | $84,000 | -25% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $103,390 | $79,470 | -23% in Washington |
| Civil Engineer | $130,150 | $101,780 | -22% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Sacramento or Washington cheaper to live in?
Sacramento and Washington cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Sacramento?
About $61,245 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Sacramento or Washington?
The typical household earns $94,176 in Sacramento and $118,495 in Washington, 21% more in Washington.