Oakdale, California vs. Bellingham, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bellingham, Washington is 2.5% cheaper than Oakdale, California.

You would need a salary of $53,650 in Bellingham, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellingham, Washington is cheaper than Oakdale, California
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
37% cheaper in Bellingham
than in Oakdale, California
Oakdale, CA vs. Bellingham, WA
Compared to Oakdale, Bellingham 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  37.2% lower
  Commute
  28.7% lower
  Health
  3.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher