salaryGlendale is 10% 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
$1,864
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$109
👥 People living there
252,833
754,195
Commute to work
27.7 min
26 min
College degree
24.3%
68.4%
Own their home
57.2%
43.7%
Below poverty line
15.1%
9.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Seattle for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Seattle cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $2,273 in Seattle.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $66,231 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Seattle?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $133,583 in Seattle, 41% more in Seattle.