Detroit, Michigan vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 26.2% more expensive than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $63,078 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
559% more expensive in Olympia
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Detroit, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.2% 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
  13.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  493.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.1% lower
  Commute
  48.9% lower
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher