Ely, Minnesota vs. Blaine, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blaine, Washington is 34.4% more expensive than Ely, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $87,368 in Blaine, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Ely, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blaine, Washington is more expensive than Ely, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
146% more expensive in Blaine
than in Ely, Minnesota
Ely, MN vs. Blaine, WA
Compared to Ely, Blaine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.4% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  202.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.5% lower
  Commute
  2.1% higher
  Health
  12.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher