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SACRAMENTO vs. SEATTLE
Cost of Living Comparison
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Sacramento, California vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
38.0%
more expensive
than Sacramento, California.
You would need a salary of
$1,070,797
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% more expensive in Seattle
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Sacramento, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
118.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
30.1% lower
Commute
13.6% higher
Health
15.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.2% higher
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