Cost of Living Calculator - Kirkland, Washington vs Walnut Creek, California


The cost of living in Walnut Creek, California is 10.4% more expensive than Kirkland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $165,569 in Walnut Creek, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Kirkland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Walnut Creek, California is more expensive than Kirkland, Washington
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
21% more expensive in Walnut Creek
than in Kirkland, Washington
Kirkland, WA vs Walnut Creek, CA
Compared to Kirkland, Walnut Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.0% higher
  Commute
  6.0% lower
  Health
  37.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% lower

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