London, California vs. Washington, District of Columbia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 75.1% more expensive than London, California.

You would need a salary of $87,558 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in London, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than London, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
281% more expensive in Washington
than in London, California
London, CA vs. Washington, DC
Compared to London, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  75.1% 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
  15.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  350.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% lower
  Commute
  39.3% higher
  Health
  16.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% higher