Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
8% cheaper
Spokane is 8% more affordable than Atlanta. A $75,000 salary in Atlanta is equivalent to $68,692 in Spokane.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Georgia salaries · Washington salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Atlanta has a housing index of 113 while Spokane sits at 94 (national average = 100). The median home in Atlanta costs $350,000 compared to $310,000 in Spokane, a difference of $40,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,700 in Atlanta versus $1,200 in Spokane.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Atlanta scores 104 while Spokane scores 99. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Atlanta (101) are lower than Spokane (102). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Atlanta is $59,948 compared to $48,834 in Spokane. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Spokane.
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