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SEATTLE vs. PHOENIX
Cost of Living Comparison
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Seattle, Washington vs. Phoenix, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
35.2%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$44,050
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Seattle, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
10.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
66.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
48.0% higher
Commute
14.3% lower
Health
4.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
16.7% lower
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