Santa Monica, California vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

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

You would need a salary of $16,663 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
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  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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