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LAKEWOOD vs. SEATTLE
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Lakewood, Washington vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
40.7%
more expensive
than Lakewood, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$70,327
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakewood, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Lakewood, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% more expensive in Seattle
than in Lakewood, Washington
Lakewood, WA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Lakewood, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
40.7% higher
Child Care
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Food
8.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
118.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.0% lower
Commute
15.6% higher
Health
0.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.1% higher
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