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WASHINGTON vs. SACRAMENTO
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Sacramento, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Sacramento, California is
19.3%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$113,041
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
41.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.2% lower
Commute
10.6% lower
Health
8.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.4% higher
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