Redmond, Washington vs. Berkeley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Berkeley, California is 23.3% more expensive than Redmond, Washington.

You would need a salary of $61,640 in Berkeley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Redmond, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berkeley, California is more expensive than Redmond, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Berkeley
than in Redmond, Washington
Redmond, WA vs. Berkeley, CA
Compared to Redmond, Berkeley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.3% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.1% higher
  Commute
  7.2% lower
  Health
  32.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower