Seattle, Washington vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 13.8% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $34,470 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Renton
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Seattle, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  0.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% lower