Houston, Texas vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 75.7% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $456,838 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
232% more expensive in Seattle
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Houston, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
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  75.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  285.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  28.7% lower
  Commute
  15.5% higher
  Health
  7.3% lower
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  Personal
  19.6% higher
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