Grass Valley, California vs. Bellingham, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bellingham, Washington is 2.4% cheaper than Grass Valley, California.

You would need a salary of $39,049 in Bellingham, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Grass Valley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellingham, Washington is cheaper than Grass Valley, California
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
35% cheaper in Bellingham
than in Grass Valley, California
Grass Valley, CA vs. Bellingham, WA
Compared to Grass Valley, Bellingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% lower
      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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.0% lower
  Commute
  4.7% higher
  Health
  19.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower