Mercer Island, Washington vs. Allen, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Allen, Texas is 61.7% cheaper than Mercer Island, Washington.

You would need a salary of $44,015 in Allen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Mercer Island, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Allen, Texas is cheaper than Mercer Island, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Allen
than in Mercer Island, Washington
Mercer Island, WA vs. Allen, TX
Compared to Mercer Island, Allen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.7% 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
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.1% higher
  Commute
  31.3% lower
  Health
  14.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.3% lower