Cost of Living Calculator - Topeka, Kansas vs Renton, Washington


The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 83.5% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $137,627 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
298% more expensive in Renton
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs Renton, WA
Compared to Topeka, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  83.5% 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
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  310.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.2% lower
  Commute
  93.4% higher
  Health
  18.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.1% higher

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