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SEATTLE vs. WASHINGTON
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Seattle, Washington vs. Washington, District of Columbia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is
10.3%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$65,517
in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Washington
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Washington, DC
Compared to Seattle, Washington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
22.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
54.1% higher
Commute
1.6% lower
Health
8.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.0% lower
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