Quick answer
Overall prices in the Washington, DC metro were 108.9 vs 106.7 in Sacramento, CA in 2024 (US = 100), so Washington is 2.1% more expensive than Sacramento; housing rents differ by 16% (151.1 vs 130.2). A $75,000 income in Washington buys about what $73,475 buys in Sacramento, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Washington | Sacramento | Washington vs Sacramento |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 108.9 | 106.7 | +2.1% |
| Goods | 104.8 | 105.2 | -0.3% |
| Housing (rents) | 151.1 | 130.2 | +16.1% |
| Utilities | 106.7 | 151.3 | -29.5% |
| Other services | 102.3 | 100.3 | +2.0% |
| All items, 2008 | 114.8 | 101.3 | +13.3% |
| $50,000 in Washington equals in Sacramento | $48,983 | ||
| $100,000 in Washington equals in Sacramento | $97,967 | ||
| $150,000 in Washington equals in Sacramento | $146,950 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.