Cost of Living Calculator - Compton, California vs Washington, District of Columbia


The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 10.4% more expensive than Compton, California.

You would need a salary of $82,813 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Compton, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Compton, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Washington
than in Compton, California
Compton, CA vs Washington, DC
Compared to Compton, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  13.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% higher
  Commute
  15.9% lower
  Health
  5.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher

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