Cost of Living Calculator - Columbia, Maryland vs Olympia, Washington


The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 5.4% cheaper than Columbia, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $47,295 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is cheaper than Columbia, Maryland
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
22% cheaper in Olympia
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs Olympia, WA
Compared to Columbia, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.2% lower
  Commute
  15.6% lower
  Health
  0.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.1% lower

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