Montesano, Washington vs. Kelso, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kelso, Washington is 2.1% more expensive than Montesano, Washington.

You would need a salary of $51,035 in Kelso, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Montesano, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kelso, Washington is more expensive than Montesano, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Kelso
than in Montesano, Washington
Montesano, WA vs. Kelso, WA
Compared to Montesano, Kelso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.8% lower
  Commute
  3.2% higher
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower