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SEATTLE vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Seattle, Washington vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
45.4%
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$239,928
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Seattle, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
45.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
7.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
92.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
41.7% higher
Commute
15.1% higher
Health
30.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.3% higher
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