Seattle, Washington vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 62.0% more expensive than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $243,057 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
101% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Seattle, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  62.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  137.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.4% higher
  Commute
  12.6% higher
  Health
  2.3% higher
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  Personal
  13.5% lower
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