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SEATTLE vs. SANTA CLARA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Seattle, Washington vs. Santa Clara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is
40.1%
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$199,933
in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clara, California is
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Seattle, Santa Clara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
40.1% higher
Child Care
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Food
6.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
80.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
25.0% higher
Commute
2.2% higher
Health
22.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.9% lower
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