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SEATTLE vs. SAN DIEGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs San Diego, California

The cost of living in San Diego, California is 4.4% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $86,040 in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, San Diego, California is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Housing
9% cheaper in San Diego
than in Seattle, Washington

Seattle, WA vs San Diego, CA

Compared to Seattle, San Diego is:

Homeowner

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4.4% lower

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0.9% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

9.7% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

49.4% higher

Commute

12.6% lower

Health

0.9% higher

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Personal

12.1% lower

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