Cost of Living Calculator - Olympia, Washington vs Melba, Idaho


The cost of living in Melba, Idaho is 7.2% more expensive than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $80,429 in Melba, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melba, Idaho is more expensive than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Melba
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs Melba, ID
Compared to Olympia, Melba is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.4% higher
  Commute
  7.4% higher
  Health
  16.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% lower

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