Oakland, California vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 18.1% cheaper than Oakland, California.

You would need a salary of $39,325 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is cheaper than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Renton
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Oakland, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.1% 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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.3% lower
  Commute
  13.6% higher
  Health
  24.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% higher