salaryFrisco is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Seattle to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,246
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,299
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$162,004
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$642,100
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,572
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$109
👥 People living there
219,304
754,195
Commute to work
28.6 min
26 min
College degree
67.5%
68.4%
Own their home
65.9%
43.7%
Below poverty line
3.6%
9.9%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Frisco for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Seattle for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Frisco or Seattle cheaper to live in?
Frisco is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,246 a month there versus $2,273 in Seattle.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in Frisco?
About $68,702 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, Frisco or Seattle?
The typical household earns $162,004 in Frisco and $133,583 in Seattle, 21% more in Frisco.