Cost of Living Calculator - Olympia, Washington vs Happy Valley, Oregon


The cost of living in Happy Valley, Oregon is 26.9% more expensive than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $120,554 in Happy Valley, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Happy Valley, Oregon is more expensive than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Happy Valley
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs Happy Valley, OR
Compared to Olympia, Happy Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.9% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  48.1% higher
  Health
  4.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher

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