Cost of Living Calculator - Washington, District of Columbia vs Orinda, California


The cost of living in Orinda, California is 136.6% more expensive than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $118,293 in Orinda, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Orinda, California is more expensive than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
205% more expensive in Orinda
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs Orinda, CA
Compared to Washington, Orinda is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  136.6% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  188.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% lower
  Commute
  4.4% lower
  Health
  26.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher

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