Arroyo Grande, California vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 26.9% cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California.

You would need a salary of $36,545 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Arroyo Grande, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Olympia
than in Arroyo Grande, California
Arroyo Grande, CA vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Arroyo Grande, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.9% 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
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.7% lower
  Commute
  3.8% lower
  Health
  20.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower