Independence, Missouri vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 69.1% more expensive than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $232,544 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is more expensive than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
278% more expensive in Renton
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Independence, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  69.1% 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
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  272.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.7% lower
  Commute
  54.8% higher
  Health
  13.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.6% higher