Cost of Living Calculator - Marietta-Alderwood, Washington vs Olympia, Washington


The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 2.5% cheaper than Marietta-Alderwood, Washington.

You would need a salary of $48,737 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Marietta-Alderwood, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is cheaper than Marietta-Alderwood, Washington
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
13% cheaper in Olympia
than in Marietta-Alderwood, Washington
Marietta Alderwood, WA vs Olympia, WA
Compared to Marietta Alderwood, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  3.5% higher
  Health
  10.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower

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