Berkeley, California vs. Mercer Island, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mercer Island, Washington is 18.6% more expensive than Berkeley, California.

You would need a salary of $59,316 in Mercer Island, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mercer Island, Washington is more expensive than Berkeley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Mercer Island
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs. Mercer Island, WA
Compared to Berkeley, Mercer Island is:
  Homeowner
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  18.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  22.8% lower
  Commute
  10.1% higher
  Health
  24.5% lower
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  Personal
  9.1% higher
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