Cost of Living Calculator - Elma, Washington vs Isla Vista, California


The cost of living in Isla Vista, California is 101.8% more expensive than Elma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $151,323 in Isla Vista, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Elma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Isla Vista, California is more expensive than Elma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
357% more expensive in Isla Vista
than in Elma, Washington
Elma, WA vs Isla Vista, CA
Compared to Elma, Isla Vista is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  101.8% 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
  12.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  113.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.0% higher
  Commute
  1.9% higher
  Health
  4.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher

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