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


The cost of living in Bellingham, Washington is 19.6% more expensive than Independence, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $59,806 in Bellingham, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellingham, Washington is more expensive than Independence, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Bellingham
than in Independence, Oregon
Independence, OR vs Bellingham, WA
Compared to Independence, Bellingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.6% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  21.7% lower
  Health
  4.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% higher

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