Palmdale, California vs. Stanwood, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Stanwood, Washington is 1.4% cheaper than Palmdale, California.

You would need a salary of $113,426 in Stanwood, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Stanwood, Washington is cheaper than Palmdale, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% cheaper in Stanwood
than in Palmdale, California
Palmdale, CA vs. Stanwood, WA
Compared to Palmdale, Stanwood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.8% lower
  Commute
  40.0% lower
  Health
  2.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower