Battle Ground, Washington vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 38.2% more expensive than Battle Ground, Washington.

You would need a salary of $193,500 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Battle Ground, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Battle Ground, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% more expensive in Oakland
than in Battle Ground, Washington
Battle Ground, WA vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Battle Ground, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.2% 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
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.2% higher
  Commute
  4.3% lower
  Health
  28.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher