Chester, California vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 10.1% more expensive than Chester, California.

You would need a salary of $55,069 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Chester, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Chester, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Olympia
than in Chester, California
Chester, CA vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Chester, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.5% lower
  Commute
  2.2% higher
  Health
  27.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower

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