Independence, Oregon vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 40.4% more expensive than Independence, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $53,359 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is more expensive than Independence, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% more expensive in Renton
than in Independence, Oregon
Independence, OR vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Independence, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.4% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% lower
  Commute
  36.5% higher
  Health
  5.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.3% higher