Cost of Living Calculator - Shelton, Washington vs Rainier, Washington


The cost of living in Rainier, Washington is 18.1% more expensive than Shelton, Washington.

You would need a salary of $59,068 in Rainier, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Shelton, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rainier, Washington is more expensive than Shelton, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Rainier
than in Shelton, Washington
Shelton, WA vs Rainier, WA
Compared to Shelton, Rainier is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.1% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  39.2% higher
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher

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