Quick answer
Overall prices in the Washington, DC metro were 108.9 vs 111.1 in Seattle, WA in 2024 (US = 100), so Washington is 2.0% less expensive than Seattle; housing rents differ by 0% (151.1 vs 151.3). A $75,000 income in Washington buys about what $76,549 buys in Seattle, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Washington | Seattle | Washington vs Seattle |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 108.9 | 111.1 | -2.0% |
| Goods | 104.8 | 104.0 | +0.8% |
| Housing (rents) | 151.1 | 151.3 | -0.1% |
| Utilities | 106.7 | 92.8 | +15.0% |
| Other services | 102.3 | 106.8 | -4.2% |
| All items, 2008 | 114.8 | 109.1 | +5.2% |
| $50,000 in Washington equals in Seattle | $51,033 | ||
| $100,000 in Washington equals in Seattle | $102,066 | ||
| $150,000 in Washington equals in Seattle | $153,098 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.