Pierre, South Dakota vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 31.6% more expensive than Pierre, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $65,824 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Pierre, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Pierre, South Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% more expensive in Olympia
than in Pierre, South Dakota
Pierre, SD vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Pierre, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.6% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.8% lower
  Commute
  58.4% higher
  Health
  25.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher