Seattle, Washington vs. Ketchum, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ketchum, Idaho is 1.5% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $49,225 in Ketchum, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ketchum, Idaho is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
45% cheaper in Ketchum
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Ketchum, ID
Compared to Seattle, Ketchum is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.1% higher
  Commute
  46.8% lower
  Health
  23.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower