Kent, Washington vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 42.2% cheaper than Kent, Washington.

You would need a salary of $28,899 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Kent, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Kent, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Abilene
than in Kent, Washington
Kent, WA vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Kent, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.2% 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
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  43.5% higher
  Commute
  52.8% lower
  Health
  32.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.0% lower