Cost of Living Calculator - Federal Way, Washington vs Torrance, California


The cost of living in Torrance, California is 40.1% more expensive than Federal Way, Washington.

You would need a salary of $171,038 in Torrance, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Federal Way, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Torrance, California is more expensive than Federal Way, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Torrance
than in Federal Way, Washington
Federal Way, WA vs Torrance, CA
Compared to Federal Way, Torrance is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.1% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  131.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.5% higher
  Commute
  3.5% higher
  Health
  2.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% lower

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