Which place is cheaper, Hope or Sacramento?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sacramento or Hope?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sacramento or Hope, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Sacramento or Hope?
Sacramento
Sacramento is the capital city and one of the oldest cities in the state of California. It was founded in 1849 in the midst of the Gold Rush, and has since grown to a population of over 500,000 people. The atmosphere is more laid back than most major cities, and its heritage is rooted in the Gold Rush and Transcontinental Railroad era.
Hope
Hope, located in British Columbia, Canada, is a small town in the far east of the Fraser Valley. It's at the cross section of several major highways making it a pass through point for many visitors to the area. Hope is also the location of the filming of the 1980's film Rambo: First Blood, a fact which many locals take much pride in.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in United States of America, The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySacramento $281Hope $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Sacramento is $281, while the average daily cost in Hope is $31. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Sacramento and Hope in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSacramento $111Hope $8.89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSacramento $222Hope $18
Compare Hotels in Sacramento and Hope
Looking for a hotel in Sacramento or Hope? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Sacramento Hotel Prices and Hope Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sacramento $51Hope -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sacramento
Also for Sacramento, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Round Trip Private Transfer in Sacramento Airport to Calistoga: $294
- Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Napa, CA - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $221
- Sacramento Airport to Northstar/Squaw Valley - Arrival Transfer: $218
- Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Sacramento hotel/address- RoundTrip Private Transfer: $122
- Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Napa, CA - Arrival Private Transfer: $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Sacramento or Hope?
Prices for flights to both Hope and Sacramento change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one daySacramento $53Hope $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sacramento
For Sacramento, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Historic Old Sacramento Walking Food Tour: $95
- Midtown Sacramento Arts and Food Tour: $98
- Downtown Sacramento Historical Food Tour: $98
- Midtown Sacramento Walking Food Tour: $125
- Midtown Walking Food Tour: $145
- Italian Cooking and Dance Class Experience: $160
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sacramento $19Hope -
Tours and Activities in Sacramento
For Sacramento, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- A Highway 49 Drive: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Auburn to Placerville: $12
- A Highway 49 Drive: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Jackson to Angels Camp: $12
- A Highway 49 Drive: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Placerville to Jackson: $12
- Davis Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- Delta's History and Wine: A Self-Guided Driving Tour: $12
- Downtown Sacramento Mural and Art Walking Tour : $45
- Driving in Delta’s Wine Country: Private Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Folsom Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- Full-Day Boarding Experience Wakeboard,Wakesurf,orKneeboard: $850
- Gold Rush and Ghosts of Sacramento Smart Phone guided (App/GPS) Walking Tour: $6.75
- Half Day Boarding Experience Wakeboard,Wakesurf,or Kneeboard: $425
- Historic Folsom: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
Tours and Activities in Hope
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hope.
- Vancouver to Sun Peaks 2 days outdoor adventure tour: $1,242
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySacramento $12Hope $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Sacramento
Also in Sacramento, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Sacramento Bar Hunt: Sacramento Sprint Bar Crawl: $12
- Placer County Wine Tasting Pass: $19
- Wine Tasting Audio Tour - Lodi California: $35
- Cider and Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch - near Sacramento: $125
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sacramento and Hope, we can see that Sacramento is more expensive. And not only is Hope much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hope would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hope and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Sacramento would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sacramento than you might in Hope.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sacramento Expensive? and Is Hope Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sacramento or Hope?
Sacramento has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Hope. When comparing the sizes of Sacramento and Hope, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Sacramento or Hope?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Sacramento or Hope in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Sacramento and Hope. Most visitors come to Sacramento for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Sacramento is generally a little warmer than Hope. Daily temperatures in Sacramento average around 76°F (24°C), and Hope fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In July, Sacramento usually receives less rain than Hope. Sacramento gets 0 inches (1 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySacramento 76°F (24°C)Hope 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Sacramento or Hope in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Sacramento as well as Hope. The autumn months attract visitors to Sacramento because of the shopping scene.
Sacramento is much warmer than Hope in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sacramento averages around 64°F (18°C) in October, and Hope fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
It's quite rainy in Hope. Sacramento usually gets less rain in October than Hope. Sacramento gets 1.1 inches (27 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSacramento 64°F (18°C)Hope 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit Sacramento or Hope in the Winter?
Both Hope and Sacramento are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Sacramento this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hope. In the winter, Sacramento is much warmer than Hope. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sacramento in January average around 45°F (7°C), and Hope averages at about 3°C (37°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hope. In January, Sacramento usually receives less rain than Hope. Sacramento gets 3.8 inches (97 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 201 mm (7.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySacramento 45°F (7°C)Hope 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Sacramento or Hope in the Spring?
Both Hope and Sacramento during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Sacramento is generally much warmer than Hope. Daily temperatures in Sacramento average around 58°F (15°C), and Hope fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
Hope gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Sacramento usually gets less rain in April than Hope. Sacramento gets 1.3 inches (32 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSacramento 58°F (15°C)Hope 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Hope and Sacramento
| Sacramento | Hope | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 45°F (7°C) | 3.8 inches (97 mm) | 3°C (37°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Feb | 51°F (10°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) | 5°C (41°F) | 164 mm (6.4 in) |
| Mar | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Apr | 58°F (15°C) | 1.3 inches (32 mm) | 9°C (49°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.3 inches (7 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 inches (3 mm) | 15°C (60°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 76°F (24°C) | 0 inches (1 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 inches (2 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Sep | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 inches (12 mm) | 15°C (59°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 inches (27 mm) | 10°C (51°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
| Nov | 53°F (12°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) | 6°C (43°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 inches (65 mm) | 3°C (37°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.