Cost of Living Calculator - Philomath, Oregon vs Kelso, Washington


The cost of living in Kelso, Washington is 3.5% cheaper than Philomath, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $48,239 in Kelso, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Philomath, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kelso, Washington is cheaper than Philomath, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% cheaper in Kelso
than in Philomath, Oregon
Philomath, OR vs Kelso, WA
Compared to Philomath, Kelso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% lower
  Commute
  8.7% higher
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower

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