Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs Decorah, Iowa


The cost of living in Decorah, Iowa is 49.5% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $25,238 in Decorah, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decorah, Iowa is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Decorah
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs Decorah, IA
Compared to Seattle, Decorah is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.5% 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
  9.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.4% higher
  Commute
  56.6% lower
  Health
  45.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.9% lower

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