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SCOTTSDALE vs. SEATTLE
Cost of Living Comparison
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Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Seattle, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
18.0%
more expensive
than Scottsdale, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$112,103
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Seattle
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Scottsdale, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.0% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
5.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
52.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
32.8% lower
Commute
25.9% higher
Health
4.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
19.5% higher
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