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SANTA MONICA vs. SEATTLE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Monica, California vs Seattle, Washington

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 38.3% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $95,656 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Seattle, Washington is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Seattle
than in Santa Monica, California

Santa Monica, CA vs Seattle, WA

Compared to Santa Monica, Seattle is:

Homeowner

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38.3% lower

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2.4% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

57.9% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

14.9% lower

Commute

11.2% lower

Health

2.2% lower

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Personal

15.6% higher

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