Cost of Living Calculator - Forks, Washington vs Sandy, Oregon


The cost of living in Sandy, Oregon is 38.0% more expensive than Forks, Washington.

You would need a salary of $69,000 in Sandy, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Forks, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sandy, Oregon is more expensive than Forks, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% more expensive in Sandy
than in Forks, Washington
Forks, WA vs Sandy, OR
Compared to Forks, Sandy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.0% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.5% higher
  Commute
  74.8% higher
  Health
  11.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% higher

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