Seattle, Washington vs. Alba, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alba, Texas is 55.7% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $22,169 in Alba, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alba, Texas is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Alba
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Alba, TX
Compared to Seattle, Alba is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.7% 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
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  41.7% higher
  Commute
  37.6% lower
  Health
  17.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.5% lower