Monroe, Washington vs. Kent, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kent, Washington is 4.2% more expensive than Monroe, Washington.

You would need a salary of $52,088 in Kent, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kent, Washington is more expensive than Monroe, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
26% more expensive in Kent
than in Monroe, Washington
Monroe, WA vs. Kent, WA
Compared to Monroe, Kent is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  26.2% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher