Cost of Living Calculator - Elma, Washington vs Rainier, Oregon


The cost of living in Rainier, Oregon is 11.2% more expensive than Elma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $55,602 in Rainier, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Elma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rainier, Oregon is more expensive than Elma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Rainier
than in Elma, Washington
Elma, WA vs Rainier, OR
Compared to Elma, Rainier is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.6% lower
  Commute
  43.6% higher
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher

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