Cost of Living Calculator - Gearhart, Oregon vs Bellingham, Washington


The cost of living in Bellingham, Washington is 3.5% more expensive than Gearhart, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $51,765 in Bellingham, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Gearhart, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellingham, Washington is more expensive than Gearhart, Oregon
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
25% more expensive in Bellingham
than in Gearhart, Oregon
Gearhart, OR vs Bellingham, WA
Compared to Gearhart, Bellingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  3.7% higher
  Health
  2.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% higher

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