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CARY vs. SEATTLE
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Cary, North Carolina vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
47.2%
more expensive
than Cary, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$36,798
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Cary, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Cary, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% more expensive in Seattle
than in Cary, North Carolina
Cary, NC vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Cary, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
47.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
5.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
92.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
29.4% lower
Commute
59.1% higher
Health
7.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
21.7% higher
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