Alton, Illinois vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 128.9% more expensive than Alton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $20,603 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Alton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Alton, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
936% more expensive in Seattle
than in Alton, Illinois
Alton, IL vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Alton, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  128.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  18.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,107.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.5% lower
  Commute
  49.8% higher
  Health
  6.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% higher