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SEATTLE vs. COLUMBIA
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Seattle, Washington vs. Columbia, Maryland
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is
29.5%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$63,451
in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Columbia
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Columbia, MD
Compared to Seattle, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.5% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
51.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
59.4% higher
Commute
21.5% lower
Health
1.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.1% lower
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