Los Angeles vs Sacramento: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-12 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Sacramento is about 23% cheaper overall. Here is how Los Angeles and Sacramento compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- Los Angeles cost-of-living index: 150 vs 100
- Sacramento cost-of-living index: 116 vs 100
- Los Angeles median 2BR rent: $3,400/mo
- Sacramento median 2BR rent: $2,300/mo
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