Olympia, Washington vs. Bellingham, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bellingham, Massachusetts is 7.6% more expensive than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $111,900 in Bellingham, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellingham, Massachusetts is more expensive than Olympia, Washington
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
35% more expensive in Bellingham
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Bellingham, MA
Compared to Olympia, Bellingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  55.0% higher
  Commute
  42.2% higher
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.7% higher