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CALIFORNIA vs. SEATTLE
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California, Maryland vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
63.5%
more expensive
than California, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$114,483
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in California, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than California, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in Seattle
than in California, Maryland
California, MD vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to California, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
63.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
178.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
36.6% lower
Commute
46.0% higher
Health
8.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.2% higher
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