Merced, California vs. Spokane, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Spokane, Washington is 6.8% cheaper than Merced, California.

You would need a salary of $53,121 in Spokane, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Spokane, Washington is cheaper than Merced, California
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
30% cheaper in Spokane
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. Spokane, WA
Compared to Merced, Spokane is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.8% 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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.1% lower
  Commute
  9.9% lower
  Health
  30.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher