Sandy, Utah vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 12.8% cheaper than Sandy, Utah.

You would need a salary of $56,691 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Sandy, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is cheaper than Sandy, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% cheaper in Olympia
than in Sandy, Utah
Sandy, UT vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Sandy, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.0% lower
  Commute
  6.8% lower
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher