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OLYMPIA vs. SEATTLE
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Olympia, Washington vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
50.0%
more expensive
than Olympia, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$197,941
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Olympia, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% more expensive in Seattle
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Olympia, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
50.0% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
7.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
124.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.5% lower
Commute
50.9% higher
Health
1.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
19.0% higher
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