salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,273
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,549
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$133,583
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$938,600
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.1
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$7,337
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$109
$96
👥 People living there
754,195
681,294
Commute to work
26 min
30 min
College degree
68.4%
64.2%
Own their home
43.7%
41.5%
Below poverty line
9.9%
15.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Seattle for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Seattle | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $101,090 | $66,980 | -34% in Washington |
| Police Officer | $115,120 | $84,000 | -27% in Washington |
| Electrician | $101,780 | $75,930 | -25% in Washington |
| Plumber | $95,230 | $71,860 | -25% in Washington |
| Medical Assistant | $61,500 | $46,640 | -24% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $102,920 | $79,470 | -23% in Washington |
| Carpenter | $76,410 | $60,800 | -20% in Washington |
| Registered Nurse | $128,260 | $102,710 | -20% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Seattle or Washington cheaper to live in?
Seattle and Washington cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Seattle?
About $58,786 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Seattle or Washington?
The typical household earns $133,583 in Seattle and $118,495 in Washington, 13% more in Seattle.