Augusta, Maine vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 35.0% more expensive than Augusta, Maine.

You would need a salary of $94,487 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Augusta, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
99% more expensive in Olympia
than in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, ME vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Augusta, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.0% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  123.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.9% lower
  Commute
  41.9% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher