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OAKLAND vs. SEATTLE
Cost of Living Comparison
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Oakland, California vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
4.9%
cheaper
than Oakland, California.
You would need a salary of
$95,071
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
cheaper
than Oakland, California
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
26% cheaper in Seattle
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Oakland, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
2.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
23.8% lower
Commute
9.3% higher
Health
24.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.6% higher
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