Seattle, Washington vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 52.7% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $94,517 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Abilene
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Seattle, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.7% lower
      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
  15.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  53.3% higher
  Commute
  50.2% lower
  Health
  32.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.0% lower