Santa Cruz, California vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 17.5% cheaper than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $23,088 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is cheaper than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Seattle
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Santa Cruz, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
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  17.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  26.4% lower
  Commute
  24.4% higher
  Health
  19.2% lower
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  Personal
  14.9% higher
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