Seattle, Washington vs. Houghton, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houghton, Iowa is 55.1% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $22,437 in Houghton, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houghton, Iowa is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Houghton
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Houghton, IA
Compared to Seattle, Houghton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  46.5% higher
  Commute
  52.7% lower
  Health
  31.9% higher
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  Personal
  20.0% lower
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