Sun Valley, Idaho vs. Seattle, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 7.4% more expensive than Sun Valley, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $80,518 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Sun Valley, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than Sun Valley, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
83% more expensive in Seattle
than in Sun Valley, Idaho
Sun Valley, ID vs. Seattle, WA
Compared to Sun Valley, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  8.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.2% lower
  Commute
  88.1% higher
  Health
  18.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.6% higher