Seattle, Washington vs. Harlingen, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harlingen, Texas is 57.9% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $21,067 in Harlingen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harlingen, Texas is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Harlingen
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Harlingen, TX
Compared to Seattle, Harlingen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  57.9% 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
  17.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  87.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.5% higher
  Commute
  47.0% lower
  Health
  13.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  36.5% lower