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LAFAYETTE vs. SEATTLE
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Lafayette, California vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
35.3%
cheaper
than Lafayette, California.
You would need a salary of
$58,264
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
cheaper
than Lafayette, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Seattle
than in Lafayette, California
Lafayette, CA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Lafayette, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
7.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
54.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
32.9% lower
Commute
11.1% higher
Health
27.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.6% higher
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