Whidbey Island Station, Washington vs. Moscow, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Moscow, Idaho is 7.8% more expensive than Whidbey Island Station, Washington.

You would need a salary of $80,863 in Moscow, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Whidbey Island Station, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Moscow, Idaho is more expensive than Whidbey Island Station, Washington
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
35% more expensive in Moscow
than in Whidbey Island Station, Washington
Whidbey Island Station, WA vs. Moscow, ID
Compared to Whidbey Island Station, Moscow is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.9% higher
  Commute
  27.2% lower
  Health
  14.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower