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SEATTLE vs. COSTA MESA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Seattle, Washington vs. Costa Mesa, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Costa Mesa, California is
6.0%
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$127,151
in Costa Mesa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Costa Mesa, California is
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Costa Mesa
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Costa Mesa, CA
Compared to Seattle, Costa Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
10.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
31.4% higher
Commute
22.5% lower
Health
5.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.2% lower
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