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SAN DIEGO vs. SEATTLE
Cost of Living Comparison
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San Diego, California vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
4.6%
more expensive
than San Diego, California.
You would need a salary of
$135,998
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than San Diego, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
10% more expensive in Seattle
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to San Diego, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.6% higher
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Renter
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Food
0.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
10.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
33.1% lower
Commute
14.4% higher
Health
0.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.7% higher
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