South Bend, Indiana vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 123.7% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $141 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
408% more expensive in Seattle
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to South Bend, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  123.7% higher
      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
  21.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  951.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.2% lower
  Commute
  78.1% higher
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.1% higher