Johnston, Rhode Island vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 54.9% more expensive than Johnston, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $38,735 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Johnston, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Seattle
than in Johnston, Rhode Island
Johnston, RI vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Johnston, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  192.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.4% lower
  Commute
  31.1% higher
  Health
  1.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% lower