Johnston, Iowa vs. Poulsbo, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Poulsbo, Washington is 30.9% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $65,472 in Poulsbo, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Poulsbo, Washington is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in Poulsbo
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Poulsbo, WA
Compared to Johnston, Poulsbo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.9% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.8% lower
  Commute
  35.0% higher
  Health
  13.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% higher