Olympia, Washington vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 29.1% cheaper than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $42,520 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Abilene
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Olympia, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.1% 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
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  41.8% higher
  Commute
  24.8% lower
  Health
  33.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower