Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
8% cheaper
Spokane is 8% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $68,692 in Spokane.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Spokane has a housing index of 94 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Spokane costs $310,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $80,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Spokane versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Spokane scores 99 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Spokane (102) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Spokane is $48,834 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Spokane.
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