Charles City, Iowa vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 137.7% more expensive than Charles City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $154,492 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Charles City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Charles City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
570% more expensive in Seattle
than in Charles City, Iowa
Charles City, IA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Charles City, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  137.7% 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
  16.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  706.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.1% lower
  Commute
  119.6% higher
  Health
  12.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.1% higher