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TEMPE vs. SEATTLE
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Tempe, Arizona vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
49.0%
more expensive
than Tempe, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$35,766
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Tempe, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Tempe, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% more expensive in Seattle
than in Tempe, Arizona
Tempe, AZ vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Tempe, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Food
10.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
149.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
32.0% lower
Commute
27.2% higher
Health
4.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
20.0% higher
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