Salinas, California vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 19.4% more expensive than Salinas, California.

You would need a salary of $62,701 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Salinas, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Salinas, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Seattle
than in Salinas, California
Salinas, CA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Salinas, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
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  19.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  24.8% lower
  Commute
  37.0% higher
  Health
  38.6% lower
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  Personal
  16.5% higher
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