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SANTA MONICA vs. SEATTLE
Cost of Living Comparison
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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
$308,541
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
57.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.9% lower
Commute
11.2% lower
Health
2.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.6% higher
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