Lake Stevens, Washington vs. Buda, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buda, Texas is 12.1% cheaper than Lake Stevens, Washington.

You would need a salary of $83,472 in Buda, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Stevens, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buda, Texas is cheaper than Lake Stevens, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Buda
than in Lake Stevens, Washington
Lake Stevens, WA vs. Buda, TX
Compared to Lake Stevens, Buda is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  41.5% higher
  Commute
  5.7% higher
  Health
  25.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% lower