Phoenix, Arizona vs. SeaTac, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in SeaTac, Washington is 21.3% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $121,343 in SeaTac, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, SeaTac, Washington is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in SeaTac
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Seatac, WA
Compared to Phoenix, Seatac is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.7% lower
  Commute
  19.9% higher
  Health
  4.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher