Olympia, Washington vs. New Salem, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Salem, North Dakota is 26.5% cheaper than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $44,075 in New Salem, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Salem, North Dakota is cheaper than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in New Salem
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. New Salem, ND
Compared to Olympia, New Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.5% lower
      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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.4% higher
  Commute
  5.3% lower
  Health
  7.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher