Gary, Indiana vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 130.2% more expensive than Gary, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $115,089 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Gary, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Gary, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
938% more expensive in Seattle
than in Gary, Indiana
Gary, IN vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Gary, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  130.2% 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
  19.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,422.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.1% lower
  Commute
  45.2% higher
  Health
  5.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.6% higher