Student city guide
Study in Sacramento
This guide explains student life in Sacramento, United States, including an estimated monthly student budget of $2,804, Hot-summer Mediterranean climate with mild, damp winters and intensely hot, dry summers., F-1 Student Visa guidance, 21 universities. Explore verified details for United States below.
Student living overview
- Estimated monthly total
- $2,804
- Climate
- Hot-summer Mediterranean climate with mild, damp winters and intensely hot, dry summers.
- Safety score
- 60/100
- English friendliness
- 100%
- Student visa
- F-1 Student Visa
- Work while studying
- Up to 20 hours per week on campus during the academic term, and full-time during official academic breaks.
Estimated monthly costs in USD
- Rent$1,300
- Food$830
- Transport$129
- Leisure$545
Rent is for aroom in an on-campus residence hall (the university bundles room and board at approximately $2,130/month).
Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.
Potential advantages
- Capital city providing excellent networking and internship opportunities in state government.
- Significantly more affordable living costs than major coastal California hubs like San Francisco or Los Angeles.
- Abundant outdoor recreation options, including the extensive American River Parkway.
- A highly diverse community with a thriving farm-to-fork food scene.
Considerations
- Summers are very hot, with temperatures frequently surpassing 90°F (32°C).
- Heavy reliance on cars, as the regional public transit system is less comprehensive than in larger metropolitan areas.
- Prone to occasional poor air quality from regional wildfire smoke during late summer and autumn.
Student housing in Sacramento
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