Cost of Living in Sacramento, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
148.8
100 = national avg
+48.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,490
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,795
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing206.3
Food114.0
Transportation108.2
Healthcare111.2
Utilities129.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,832
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,255
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sacramento is 148.8, which is 48.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 206.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,490 per year to cover basic expenses.