Cost of Living Calculator - Richardson, Texas vs Mercer Island, Washington


The cost of living in Mercer Island, Washington is 153.1% more expensive than Richardson, Texas.

You would need a salary of $215,125 in Mercer Island, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Richardson, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mercer Island, Washington is more expensive than Richardson, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
422% more expensive in Mercer Island
than in Richardson, Texas
Richardson, TX vs Mercer Island, WA
Compared to Richardson, Mercer Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  153.1% 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
  14.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  391.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.2% lower
  Commute
  16.5% higher
  Health
  10.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.1% higher

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