Seattle, Washington vs. Melba, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melba, Idaho is 28.5% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $35,757 in Melba, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melba, Idaho is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Melba
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Melba, ID
Compared to Seattle, Melba is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.5% 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
  13.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.3% higher
  Commute
  28.9% lower
  Health
  15.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.6% lower

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