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SANTA CLARA vs. SEATTLE
Cost of Living Comparison
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Santa Clara, California vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
28.6%
cheaper
than Santa Clara, California.
You would need a salary of
$34,379
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
cheaper
than Santa Clara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Seattle
than in Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara, CA vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Santa Clara, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
20.0% lower
Commute
2.1% lower
Health
18.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
14.8% higher
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