salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,806
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,016
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$86,801
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$777,600
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
112.6
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,547
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$132
$109
👥 People living there
8,483,844
754,195
Commute to work
40.3 min
26 min
College degree
41.6%
68.4%
Own their home
32.8%
43.7%
Below poverty line
17.9%
9.9%
Unemployment
8%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick New York for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Seattle for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | New York | Seattle | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $79,020 | $101,780 | +29% in Seattle |
| Medical Assistant | $48,370 | $61,500 | +27% in Seattle |
| Cashier | $35,950 | $44,210 | +23% in Seattle |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,720 | $133,740 | +22% in Seattle |
| Plumber | $78,610 | $95,230 | +21% in Seattle |
| Lawyer | $208,880 | $164,980 | -21% in Seattle |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,610 | $57,280 | +20% in Seattle |
| Pharmacist | $141,320 | $162,870 | +15% in Seattle |
Frequently asked questions
Is New York or Seattle cheaper to live in?
New York and Seattle cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in New York?
About $59,238 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, New York or Seattle?
The typical household earns $86,801 in New York and $133,583 in Seattle, 35% more in Seattle.