Cost of Living in Sacramento
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Sacramento, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Sacramento is below the New York City baseline (composite index 72 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)66
Groceries index86
Dining out index80
Transport index58
Utilities index68
Median annual salary$68,000
Minimum wage$16.50/hr
State income tax rate9.30%
Est. monthly childcare$1,350
Est. monthly healthcare premium$480
YoY inflation3.0%
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