Seattle, Washington vs. Santa Clara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is 40.1% more expensive than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $56,043 in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clara, California is more expensive than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Seattle, Santa Clara is:
  Homeowner
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  40.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  25.0% higher
  Commute
  2.2% higher
  Health
  22.1% higher
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  Personal
  12.9% lower
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