Cost of living in Yakima

In Yakima, United States, a single person typically needs around $1908 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $5250 monthly.

How expensive is Yakima compared to other cities?

Compared to the European benchmark, Yakima is 34% more expensive overall.

How does Yakima compare to your city?

Yakima is 44% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Yakima is, on average, 58% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Yakima?

Who is Yakima a good fit for?

Yakima tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.

FAQ

Why is Yakima so expensive?

The primary reason for Yakima's high cost of living is the significant expense associated with rent and utilities. These costs can strain budgets for many residents.

Is food expensive in Yakima?

Yes, food prices in Yakima are 20% higher than the European benchmark. This can impact overall monthly expenses for residents.

Is public transport affordable in Yakima?

Public transport in Yakima is relatively affordable, being 14% lower than the European benchmark. This can provide some relief for those relying on transit.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1908 $
Without Rent
808 $
Rent & Utilities
1100 $
Food
573 $
Transport
64 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3749 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
97.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 17.9 $
Dinner 69.8 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.98 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.01 $
Capuccino 4.52 $
Coke, 330ml 1.61 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.01 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.72 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.81 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.95 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.5 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.6 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.1 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.84 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.67 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.58 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.17 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.56 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.38 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.11 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.52 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 14.9 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.86 $
Cigarette pack 8.97 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 4.97 $
Monthly Pass 54.7 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.1 $
Taxi, 8 km 19.8 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 144 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 10.5 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.11 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.63 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.27 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 77 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 118 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 63.3 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 975 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 2,322 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 901 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,910 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,453 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,444 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,749 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.43%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 60.5 $
Cinema, 1 seat 12.9 $
Haircut 18.9 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 82.3 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 58.4 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,686 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 16,553 $

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Yakima vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 23% more expensive) Yakima vs Luganville (Luganville is 60% more expensive)
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Yakima vs New York City (New York City is 112% more expensive) Yakima vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 67% more expensive) Yakima vs Chicago (Chicago is 40% more expensive) Yakima vs Houston (Houston is 18% more expensive) Yakima vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 24% more expensive) Yakima vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 33% more expensive) Yakima vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 15% more expensive) Yakima vs San Diego (San Diego is 75% more expensive) Yakima vs Dallas (Dallas is 34% more expensive) Yakima vs San Jose (San Jose is 93% more expensive)
Canada
Yakima vs Toronto (Toronto is 35% more expensive) Yakima vs Montreal (Montreal is 2% more expensive) Yakima vs Calgary (Calgary is 13% more expensive) Yakima vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 17% more expensive) Yakima vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 6% less expensive) Yakima vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 8% less expensive) Yakima vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 30% more expensive) Yakima vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 39% more expensive) Yakima vs Brampton (Brampton is 11% more expensive) Yakima vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 13% more expensive)
Barbados
Yakima vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 29% less expensive) Yakima vs Holetown (Holetown is 27% less expensive)
Panama
Yakima vs Panama City (Panama City is 27% less expensive) Yakima vs Colon (Colon is 38% less expensive) Yakima vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 35% less expensive) Yakima vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 45% less expensive) Yakima vs David (David is 56% less expensive) Yakima vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 50% less expensive) Yakima vs Balboa (Balboa is 35% less expensive) Yakima vs Pacora (Pacora is 35% less expensive) Yakima vs Chitre (Chitre is 43% less expensive) Yakima vs Penonome (Penonome is 42% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Yakima vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 35% less expensive) Yakima vs Cayon (Cayon is 35% less expensive)
Cuba
Yakima vs Havana (Havana is 46% less expensive) Yakima vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 26% less expensive) Yakima vs Holguin (Holguin is 33% less expensive) Yakima vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 20% less expensive) Yakima vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 45% less expensive) Yakima vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 39% less expensive) Yakima vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 18% less expensive) Yakima vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 18% less expensive) Yakima vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 43% less expensive) Yakima vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 54% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Yakima vs San Jose (San Jose is 35% less expensive) Yakima vs Limon (Limon is 37% less expensive) Yakima vs Liberia (Liberia is 53% less expensive) Yakima vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 35% less expensive) Yakima vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 33% less expensive) Yakima vs Cartago (Cartago is 50% less expensive) Yakima vs Heredia (Heredia is 35% less expensive) Yakima vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 12% less expensive) Yakima vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 31% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Yakima vs Castries (Castries is 39% less expensive) Yakima vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 37% less expensive)
Jamaica
Yakima vs Kingston (Kingston is 31% less expensive) Yakima vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 59% less expensive) Yakima vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 47% less expensive) Yakima vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 39% less expensive) Yakima vs May Pen (May Pen is 57% less expensive) Yakima vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 49% less expensive) Yakima vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 56% less expensive) Yakima vs Linstead (Linstead is 45% less expensive) Yakima vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 41% less expensive) Yakima vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 40% less expensive)
El Salvador
Yakima vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 38% less expensive) Yakima vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 63% less expensive) Yakima vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 39% less expensive) Yakima vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 43% less expensive) Yakima vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 39% less expensive) Yakima vs Apopa (Apopa is 40% less expensive) Yakima vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 37% less expensive) Yakima vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 24% less expensive) Yakima vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 43% less expensive) Yakima vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 54% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Yakima vs St. John's (St. John's is 43% less expensive) Yakima vs All Saints (All Saints is 43% less expensive)
Grenada
Yakima vs St. George's (St. George's is 44% less expensive) Yakima vs Grenville (Grenville is 44% less expensive)
Dominica
Yakima vs Roseau (Roseau is 47% less expensive) Yakima vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 40% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Yakima vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 49% less expensive) Yakima vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 47% less expensive)
Belize
Yakima vs Belize City (Belize City is 54% less expensive) Yakima vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 43% less expensive) Yakima vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 62% less expensive) Yakima vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 30% less expensive) Yakima vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 18% less expensive)
Guatemala
Yakima vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 47% less expensive) Yakima vs Mixco (Mixco is 67% less expensive) Yakima vs Coban (Coban is 52% less expensive) Yakima vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 59% less expensive) Yakima vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 53% less expensive) Yakima vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 53% less expensive) Yakima vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 54% less expensive) Yakima vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 54% less expensive) Yakima vs Flores (Flores is 55% less expensive) Yakima vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 59% less expensive)
Honduras
Yakima vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 57% less expensive) Yakima vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 46% less expensive) Yakima vs Choloma (Choloma is 69% less expensive) Yakima vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 66% less expensive) Yakima vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 54% less expensive) Yakima vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 55% less expensive) Yakima vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 63% less expensive) Yakima vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 62% less expensive) Yakima vs Yoro (Yoro is 62% less expensive) Yakima vs La Lima (La Lima is 54% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Yakima vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 58% less expensive) Yakima vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 45% less expensive) Yakima vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 60% less expensive) Yakima vs Higuey (Higuey is 60% less expensive) Yakima vs La Vega (La Vega is 70% less expensive) Yakima vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 56% less expensive) Yakima vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 62% less expensive) Yakima vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 72% less expensive) Yakima vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 67% less expensive) Yakima vs Bonao (Bonao is 72% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Yakima vs Managua (Managua is 59% less expensive) Yakima vs Leon (Leon is 67% less expensive) Yakima vs Masaya (Masaya is 63% less expensive) Yakima vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 71% less expensive) Yakima vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 67% less expensive) Yakima vs Esteli (Esteli is 69% less expensive) Yakima vs Granada (Granada is 63% less expensive) Yakima vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 76% less expensive) Yakima vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 65% less expensive) Yakima vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 53% less expensive)