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DETROIT vs. SEATTLE
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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
$157,963
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
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
22.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1,231.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
23.3% lower
Commute
22.9% lower
Health
7.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
23.9% higher
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