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Cost of Living Calculator - Washington, District of Columbia vs Sacramento, California

The cost of living in Sacramento, California is 19.3% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $98,507 in Sacramento, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sacramento, California is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Sacramento
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs Sacramento, CA
Compared to Washington, Sacramento is:
  Homeowner
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  19.3% lower
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  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.2% lower
  Commute
  10.6% lower
  Health
  8.9% higher
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  Personal
  0.4% higher
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