Washington, District of Columbia vs. Bend, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bend, Oregon is 12.8% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $209,208 in Bend, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bend, Oregon is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Bend
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Bend, OR
Compared to Washington, Bend 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
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.1% lower
  Commute
  39.0% lower
  Health
  2.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower