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Seattle, Washington vs. Fairfield, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfield, Iowa is 55.9% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $22,050 in Fairfield, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfield, Iowa is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Fairfield
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Fairfield, IA
Compared to Seattle, Fairfield is:
  Homeowner
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  55.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  13.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.9% lower
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  Utilities
  48.1% higher
  Commute
  55.6% lower
  Health
  36.4% higher
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  Personal
  20.1% lower
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