Olympia, Washington vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 27.2% cheaper than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $36,416 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is cheaper than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Battle Creek
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Olympia, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.2% 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
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.8% higher
  Commute
  5.9% higher
  Health
  8.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower