Seattle, Washington vs. Battle Creek, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 51.4% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $59,741 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Battle Creek
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Seattle, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.4% 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
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  46.8% higher
  Commute
  29.8% lower
  Health
  7.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.5% lower