Yelm, Washington vs. Allen, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Allen, Texas is 2.7% cheaper than Yelm, Washington.

You would need a salary of $48,651 in Allen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Yelm, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Allen, Texas is cheaper than Yelm, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
36% cheaper in Allen
than in Yelm, Washington
Yelm, WA vs. Allen, TX
Compared to Yelm, Allen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  43.3% higher
  Commute
  20.1% lower
  Health
  16.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.7% lower