Seattle, Washington vs. Traverse City, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Traverse City, Michigan is 42.3% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $57,747 in Traverse City, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Traverse City, Michigan is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Traverse City
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Traverse City, MI
Compared to Seattle, Traverse City is:
  Homeowner
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  42.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  39.2% higher
  Commute
  43.6% lower
  Health
  6.8% lower
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  Personal
  15.9% lower
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