Independence, Missouri vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 30.9% more expensive than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $41,881 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
164% more expensive in Olympia
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Independence, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.9% 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
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  159.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.4% lower
  Commute
  1.3% lower
  Health
  14.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower