Seattle, Washington vs. Basalt, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Basalt, Colorado is 8.7% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $45,650 in Basalt, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Basalt, Colorado is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
34% cheaper in Basalt
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Basalt, CO
Compared to Seattle, Basalt is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.7% higher
  Commute
  34.8% lower
  Health
  6.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% lower