Cost of Living Calculator - San Diego, California vs Rainier, Washington


The cost of living in Rainier, Washington is 28.1% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $53,912 in Rainier, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rainier, Washington is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Rainier
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs Rainier, WA
Compared to San Diego, Rainier is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.1% 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
  8.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.0% lower
  Commute
  1.2% higher
  Health
  2.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower

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