salaryVancouver is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,894
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,788
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$87,723
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$462,400
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,899
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$105
$96
👥 People living there
195,300
681,294
Commute to work
23.2 min
30 min
College degree
32.3%
64.2%
Own their home
50.8%
41.5%
Below poverty line
10.2%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.7%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Vancouver for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Vancouver | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $121,050 | $156,460 | +29% in Washington |
| Plumber | $101,010 | $71,860 | -29% in Washington |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $75,930 | -28% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $155,330 | $195,190 | +26% in Washington |
| Firefighter | $85,170 | $66,980 | -21% in Washington |
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $102,710 | -21% in Washington |
| Carpenter | $73,710 | $60,800 | -18% in Washington |
| Medical Assistant | $56,240 | $46,640 | -17% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Vancouver or Washington cheaper to live in?
Vancouver is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,894 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Vancouver?
About $61,971 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Vancouver or Washington?
The typical household earns $87,723 in Vancouver and $118,495 in Washington, 26% more in Washington.