Seattle is about 8% more expensive than Philadelphia overall — $100,000 in Philadelphia is worth about $108,365 in Seattle.
Philadelphia vs Seattle: the numbers
| Metric | Philadelphia | Seattle | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index (US=100) | 103 | 111 | +8% |
| Median rent | $1,323 | $1,998 | +51% |
| Median home value | $232,400 | $912,100 | +292% |
| Median household income | $60,698 | $121,984 | +101% |
Cost of living = BEA Regional Price Parities (US average = 100). Rent, home value, and income from the U.S. Census ACS. See our methodology.
What your salary is worth
A $100,000 salary in Philadelphia has the same buying power as about $108,365 in Seattle. Going the other way, $100,000 in Seattle is like $92,280 in Philadelphia.
Use the calculator below to compare any salary between Philadelphia and Seattle.