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Cost of Living in Seattle, WA

Population: 741,440 | Washington

175
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Seattle is 75% more expensive than the national average.

151
Housing
299
Home Values
113
Regional Price

Income

Median Household Income
$121,984
vs US Median ($75,149)
+62%

Housing

Median Rent
$1,998/mo
Median Home Value
$912,100
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$2,220/mo

Everyday Prices in Seattle

BLS Average Prices for the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$3.31
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
+8% vs US
🥚
$2.70
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
+8% vs US
🥛
$4.35
Milk (whole)
per gallon
+8% vs US
🍞
$2.00
Bread (white)
per lb
+8% vs US
🍗
$4.48
Chicken breast
per lb
+8% vs US
$0.16
Electricity
per kWh
-15% vs US

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