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SAN DIEGO vs. WASHINGTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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San Diego, California vs. Washington, District of Columbia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is
6.1%
cheaper
than San Diego, California.
You would need a salary of
$46,945
in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is
cheaper
than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Washington
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Washington, DC
Compared to San Diego, Washington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
13.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.1% higher
Commute
12.6% higher
Health
7.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.1% higher
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