Cost of living in Bothell

In Bothell, United States, living costs about $2866 per month for one person and $7109 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Bothell compared to other cities?

Bothell is 101% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Bothell compare to your city?

Bothell is 32% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Bothell is, on average, 28% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Bothell?

Who is Bothell a good fit for?

Bothell is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Bothell so expensive?

The primary driver of Bothell's high cost of living is rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall expenses.

Is food expensive in Bothell?

Yes, food costs are 50% higher compared to the European benchmark.

Is public transport affordable in Bothell?

Public transport is 6% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2866 $
Without Rent
977 $
Rent & Utilities
1889 $
Food
713 $
Transport
70 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
6142 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
48.2K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 20 $
Dinner 90.6 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 13 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 6.97 $
Capuccino 5.42 $
Coke, 330ml 3.18 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.21 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 4.44 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.37 $
Eggs, 12 pack 4.59 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.5 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.6 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 8.68 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.59 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.8 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.94 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.67 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.23 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.86 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.83 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.89 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 15.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.74 $
Cigarette pack 11.9 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.6 $
Monthly Pass 99.7 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.17 $
Taxi, 8 km 16 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 166 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 10.3 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.78 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 6.19 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.41 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 133 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 206 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 72.7 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,634 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 3,226 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,885 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 3,568 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 7,56 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 5,839 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 6,142 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.39%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 24.9 $
Cinema, 1 seat 16.1 $
Haircut 23.5 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 102 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 65.4 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 2,239 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 28,440 $

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Bothell vs George Town (George Town is 27% more expensive)
Bahamas
Bothell vs Nassau (Nassau is 4% less expensive) Bothell vs Freeport (Freeport is 23% less expensive)
Vanuatu
Bothell vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 18% less expensive) Bothell vs Luganville (Luganville is 7% more expensive)
United States
Bothell vs New York City (New York City is 41% more expensive) Bothell vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 11% more expensive) Bothell vs Chicago (Chicago is 7% less expensive) Bothell vs Houston (Houston is 22% less expensive) Bothell vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 17% less expensive) Bothell vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 11% less expensive) Bothell vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 23% less expensive) Bothell vs San Diego (San Diego is 17% more expensive) Bothell vs Dallas (Dallas is 11% less expensive) Bothell vs San Jose (San Jose is 28% more expensive)
Canada
Bothell vs Toronto (Toronto is 10% less expensive) Bothell vs Montreal (Montreal is 32% less expensive) Bothell vs Calgary (Calgary is 25% less expensive) Bothell vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 22% less expensive) Bothell vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 38% less expensive) Bothell vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 39% less expensive) Bothell vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 14% less expensive) Bothell vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 8% less expensive) Bothell vs Brampton (Brampton is 26% less expensive) Bothell vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 25% less expensive)
Barbados
Bothell vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 53% less expensive) Bothell vs Holetown (Holetown is 52% less expensive)
Panama
Bothell vs Panama City (Panama City is 52% less expensive) Bothell vs Colon (Colon is 59% less expensive) Bothell vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 57% less expensive) Bothell vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 63% less expensive) Bothell vs David (David is 71% less expensive) Bothell vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 67% less expensive) Bothell vs Balboa (Balboa is 56% less expensive) Bothell vs Pacora (Pacora is 56% less expensive) Bothell vs Chitre (Chitre is 62% less expensive) Bothell vs Penonome (Penonome is 62% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Bothell vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 57% less expensive) Bothell vs Cayon (Cayon is 57% less expensive)
Cuba
Bothell vs Havana (Havana is 64% less expensive) Bothell vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 51% less expensive) Bothell vs Holguin (Holguin is 55% less expensive) Bothell vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 47% less expensive) Bothell vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 63% less expensive) Bothell vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 59% less expensive) Bothell vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 46% less expensive) Bothell vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 46% less expensive) Bothell vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 62% less expensive) Bothell vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 69% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Bothell vs San Jose (San Jose is 57% less expensive) Bothell vs Limon (Limon is 58% less expensive) Bothell vs Liberia (Liberia is 69% less expensive) Bothell vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 57% less expensive) Bothell vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 55% less expensive) Bothell vs Cartago (Cartago is 66% less expensive) Bothell vs Heredia (Heredia is 57% less expensive) Bothell vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 41% less expensive) Bothell vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 54% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Bothell vs Castries (Castries is 60% less expensive) Bothell vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 58% less expensive)
Jamaica
Bothell vs Kingston (Kingston is 54% less expensive) Bothell vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 73% less expensive) Bothell vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 64% less expensive) Bothell vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 59% less expensive) Bothell vs May Pen (May Pen is 71% less expensive) Bothell vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 66% less expensive) Bothell vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 70% less expensive) Bothell vs Linstead (Linstead is 64% less expensive) Bothell vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 61% less expensive) Bothell vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 60% less expensive)
El Salvador
Bothell vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 58% less expensive) Bothell vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 75% less expensive) Bothell vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 59% less expensive) Bothell vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 62% less expensive) Bothell vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 59% less expensive) Bothell vs Apopa (Apopa is 60% less expensive) Bothell vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 58% less expensive) Bothell vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 49% less expensive) Bothell vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 62% less expensive) Bothell vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 69% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Bothell vs St. John's (St. John's is 62% less expensive) Bothell vs All Saints (All Saints is 62% less expensive)
Grenada
Bothell vs St. George's (St. George's is 63% less expensive) Bothell vs Grenville (Grenville is 63% less expensive)
Dominica
Bothell vs Roseau (Roseau is 65% less expensive) Bothell vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 60% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Bothell vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 66% less expensive) Bothell vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 65% less expensive)
Belize
Bothell vs Belize City (Belize City is 69% less expensive) Bothell vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 62% less expensive) Bothell vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 75% less expensive) Bothell vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 53% less expensive) Bothell vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 45% less expensive)
Guatemala
Bothell vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 65% less expensive) Bothell vs Mixco (Mixco is 78% less expensive) Bothell vs Coban (Coban is 68% less expensive) Bothell vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 73% less expensive) Bothell vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 68% less expensive) Bothell vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 69% less expensive) Bothell vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 70% less expensive) Bothell vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 70% less expensive) Bothell vs Flores (Flores is 70% less expensive) Bothell vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 72% less expensive)
Honduras
Bothell vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 71% less expensive) Bothell vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 64% less expensive) Bothell vs Choloma (Choloma is 79% less expensive) Bothell vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 77% less expensive) Bothell vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 69% less expensive) Bothell vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 70% less expensive) Bothell vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 75% less expensive) Bothell vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 75% less expensive) Bothell vs Yoro (Yoro is 74% less expensive) Bothell vs La Lima (La Lima is 70% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Bothell vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 72% less expensive) Bothell vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 64% less expensive) Bothell vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 73% less expensive) Bothell vs Higuey (Higuey is 73% less expensive) Bothell vs La Vega (La Vega is 80% less expensive) Bothell vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 71% less expensive) Bothell vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 74% less expensive) Bothell vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 82% less expensive) Bothell vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 78% less expensive) Bothell vs Bonao (Bonao is 81% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Bothell vs Managua (Managua is 73% less expensive) Bothell vs Leon (Leon is 78% less expensive) Bothell vs Masaya (Masaya is 75% less expensive) Bothell vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 81% less expensive) Bothell vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 78% less expensive) Bothell vs Esteli (Esteli is 79% less expensive) Bothell vs Granada (Granada is 76% less expensive) Bothell vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 84% less expensive) Bothell vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 77% less expensive) Bothell vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 69% less expensive)