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OAKLAND vs. WASHINGTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Oakland, California vs. Washington, District of Columbia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is
14.7%
cheaper
than Oakland, California.
You would need a salary of
$511,942
in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is
cheaper
than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Washington
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Washington, DC
Compared to Oakland, Washington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
14.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
23.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.4% higher
Commute
7.6% higher
Health
18.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.3% lower
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