Olathe, Kansas vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 40.3% more expensive than Olathe, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $70,126 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Olathe, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is more expensive than Olathe, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Renton
than in Olathe, Kansas
Olathe, KS vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Olathe, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.3% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.3% lower
  Commute
  65.4% higher
  Health
  12.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% higher