Lacey, Washington vs. Chelsea, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chelsea, Massachusetts is 17.8% more expensive than Lacey, Washington.

You would need a salary of $58,893 in Chelsea, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Lacey, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chelsea, Massachusetts is more expensive than Lacey, Washington
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
33% more expensive in Chelsea
than in Lacey, Washington
Lacey, WA vs. Chelsea, MA
Compared to Lacey, Chelsea is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% 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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.2% higher
  Commute
  38.9% higher
  Health
  3.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.6% higher