Sacramento, California vs. Colorado Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Colorado Springs, Colorado is 10.9% cheaper than Sacramento, California.

You would need a salary of $78,375 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Colorado Springs, Colorado is cheaper than Sacramento, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
21% cheaper in Colorado Springs
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Colorado Springs, CO
Compared to Sacramento, Colorado Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  21.4% lower
  Health
  20.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower