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SEATTLE vs. COLUMBIA
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Seattle, Washington vs. Columbia, South Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is
49.6%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$15,107
in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Columbia
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Seattle, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
11.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
80.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
58.3% higher
Commute
44.4% lower
Health
30.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.1% lower
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