Seattle, Washington vs. Larchwood, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Larchwood, Iowa is 49.8% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $25,119 in Larchwood, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Larchwood, Iowa is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Larchwood
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Larchwood, IA
Compared to Seattle, Larchwood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.8% 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
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.3% higher
  Commute
  53.7% lower
  Health
  35.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.2% lower