Seattle, Washington vs. Rancho Mirage, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho Mirage, California is 11.9% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $109,294 in Rancho Mirage, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Mirage, California is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
27% cheaper in Rancho Mirage
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Rancho Mirage, CA
Compared to Seattle, Rancho Mirage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  55.1% higher
  Commute
  2.8% lower
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower