Moscow, Idaho vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 12.7% more expensive than Moscow, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $48,456 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Moscow, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Moscow, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Olympia
than in Moscow, Idaho
Moscow, ID vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Moscow, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  40.4% higher
  Health
  19.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher