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IOWA CITY vs. SEATTLE
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
92.4%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$1,154,497
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
209% more expensive in Seattle
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Iowa City, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
92.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
9.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
219.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
26.7% lower
Commute
100.7% higher
Health
15.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.9% higher
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