Seattle, Washington vs. Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Steamboat Springs, Colorado is 12.5% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $47,274 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Steamboat Springs, Colorado is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
50% cheaper in Steamboat Springs
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Steamboat Springs, CO
Compared to Seattle, Steamboat Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  41.6% higher
  Commute
  50.6% lower
  Health
  11.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower