Seattle, Washington vs. South Lake Tahoe, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Lake Tahoe, California is 16.0% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $41,985 in South Lake Tahoe, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Lake Tahoe, California is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in South Lake Tahoe
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. South Lake Tahoe, CA
Compared to Seattle, South Lake Tahoe is:
  Homeowner
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  16.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  61.2% higher
  Commute
  25.4% lower
  Health
  46.3% higher
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  Personal
  11.1% lower
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