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SEATTLE vs. ARCATA
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Seattle, Washington vs. Arcata, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Arcata, California is
35.5%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$45,137
in Arcata, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arcata, California is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Arcata
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Arcata, CA
Compared to Seattle, Arcata is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
54.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
28.5% higher
Commute
40.9% lower
Health
33.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
16.4% lower
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