Cost of Living Calculator - Olympia, Washington vs Columbia, Maryland


The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is 5.7% more expensive than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $133,210 in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is more expensive than Olympia, Washington
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
29% more expensive in Columbia
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs Columbia, MD
Compared to Olympia, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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)
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.4% higher
  Commute
  18.4% higher
  Health
  0.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.7% higher

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