Welch, West Virginia vs. Malibu, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Malibu, California is 562.4% more expensive than Welch, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $331,180 in Malibu, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Welch, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Malibu, California is more expensive than Welch, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4512% more expensive in Malibu
than in Welch, West Virginia
Welch, WV vs. Malibu, CA
Compared to Welch, Malibu is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  562.4% 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
  31.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6,021.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.8% higher
  Commute
  98.3% higher
  Health
  35.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.9% higher