Seattle, Washington vs. Plano, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plano, Texas is 35.0% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $78,021 in Plano, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plano, Texas is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Plano
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Plano, TX
Compared to Seattle, Plano is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.0% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  45.9% higher
  Commute
  36.0% lower
  Health
  14.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.6% lower