Detroit, Michigan vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 89.2% more expensive than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $312,142 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Detroit, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1050% more expensive in Seattle
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Detroit, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  89.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  22.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,231.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.3% lower
  Commute
  22.9% lower
  Health
  7.8% higher
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  Personal
  23.9% higher
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