Hermiston, Oregon vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 22.6% more expensive than Hermiston, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $149,527 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Hermiston, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Hermiston, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in Olympia
than in Hermiston, Oregon
Hermiston, OR vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Hermiston, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.6% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  26.0% higher
  Health
  17.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher