Seattle, Washington vs. Galesburg, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galesburg, Kansas is 60.7% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $29,499 in Galesburg, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galesburg, Kansas is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% cheaper in Galesburg
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Galesburg, KS
Compared to Seattle, Galesburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  60.7% 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
  16.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  54.1% higher
  Commute
  51.8% lower
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.6% lower