Bend, Oregon vs. South Lake Tahoe, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Lake Tahoe, California is 7.3% more expensive than Bend, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $53,656 in South Lake Tahoe, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bend, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Lake Tahoe, California is more expensive than Bend, Oregon
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
20% more expensive in South Lake Tahoe
than in Bend, Oregon
Bend, OR vs. South Lake Tahoe, CA
Compared to Bend, South Lake Tahoe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% higher
      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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.7% higher
  Commute
  24.2% higher
  Health
  31.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher