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


The cost of living in Salinas, California is 6.7% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $69,970 in Salinas, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salinas, California is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% cheaper in Salinas
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs Salinas, CA
Compared to Washington, Salinas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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)
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.7% lower
  Commute
  25.8% lower
  Health
  50.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower

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