Sterling, Virginia vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 26.5% more expensive than Sterling, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $53,149 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Sterling, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in Seattle
than in Sterling, Virginia
Sterling, VA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Sterling, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
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  26.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  30.2% lower
  Commute
  15.9% higher
  Health
  13.5% lower
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  Personal
  1.6% higher
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