Cost of Living Calculator - Arcata, California vs Gig Harbor, Washington


The cost of living in Gig Harbor, Washington is 31.1% more expensive than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $98,316 in Gig Harbor, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gig Harbor, Washington is more expensive than Arcata, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Gig Harbor
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs Gig Harbor, WA
Compared to Arcata, Gig Harbor is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.3% lower
  Commute
  36.9% higher
  Health
  25.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.8% higher

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