Monrovia, California vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 33.6% cheaper than Monrovia, California.

You would need a salary of $33,205 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Monrovia, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is cheaper than Monrovia, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Olympia
than in Monrovia, California
Monrovia, CA vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Monrovia, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.6% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.0% lower
  Commute
  42.8% lower
  Health
  0.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower