Altadena, California vs. Bellingham, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bellingham, Washington is 38.7% cheaper than Altadena, California.

You would need a salary of $30,647 in Bellingham, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Altadena, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellingham, Washington is cheaper than Altadena, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Bellingham
than in Altadena, California
Altadena, CA vs. Bellingham, WA
Compared to Altadena, Bellingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.2% lower
  Commute
  48.6% lower
  Health
  12.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher