West Blocton, Alabama vs. Shelton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Shelton, Washington is 18.9% more expensive than West Blocton, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $59,440 in Shelton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in West Blocton, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Shelton, Washington is more expensive than West Blocton, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in Shelton
than in West Blocton, Alabama
West Blocton, AL vs. Shelton, WA
Compared to West Blocton, Shelton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.9% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  187.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.5% lower
  Commute
  10.0% lower
  Health
  26.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher