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STATE COLLEGE vs. SEATTLE
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State College, Pennsylvania vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
67.1%
more expensive
than State College, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$142,062
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in State College, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than State College, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Seattle
than in State College, Pennsylvania
State College, PA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to State College, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
67.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
117.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
23.9% lower
Commute
89.4% higher
Health
30.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
21.1% higher
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