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PHILADELPHIA vs. SEATTLE
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
59.8%
more expensive
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$663,138
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
300% more expensive in Seattle
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Philadelphia, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
59.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
6.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
366.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
36.1% lower
Commute
3.1% lower
Health
13.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.9% higher
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