Allen, Texas vs. Lakewood, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakewood, Washington is 10.3% more expensive than Allen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $55,129 in Lakewood, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Allen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakewood, Washington is more expensive than Allen, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% more expensive in Lakewood
than in Allen, Texas
Allen, TX vs. Lakewood, WA
Compared to Allen, Lakewood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.3% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.6% lower
  Commute
  32.4% higher
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.4% higher