Lake Oswego, Oregon vs. Carson, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carson, Washington is 32.7% cheaper than Lake Oswego, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $33,649 in Carson, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Oswego, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carson, Washington is cheaper than Lake Oswego, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Carson
than in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Lake Oswego, OR vs. Carson, WA
Compared to Lake Oswego, Carson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.7% lower
      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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% lower
  Commute
  8.5% higher
  Health
  1.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% lower