City Cost Report
New York skyline
New York
Seattle skyline
Seattle
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Seattle is 20% cheaper than New York overall.

New YorkSeattle
Rent (1BR City Centre)$5,455.32 CAD$3,077.36 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$4,336.28 CAD$2,517.84 CAD
Groceries Index120110
Monthly Transit Pass$184.64 CAD$138.48 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$223.81 CAD$195.83 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.47 CAD$1.54 CAD
Mid-range Meal$41.96 CAD$34.97 CAD
Gym Membership$111.90 CAD$83.93 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$3,077.36 CAD$2,657.72 CAD

Each city is shown in your selected currency (toggle CAD/USD in the header); cheaper values are highlighted after converting to a common currency. Updated June 2026.

Salary Equivalence Calculator

If you earn $in New York...

You would need $47,873 in Seattle to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is New York cheaper than Seattle?

Seattle is 20% cheaper than New York overall.

How much is rent in New York vs Seattle?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $3,900 USD per month in New York and $2,200 USD in Seattle. Outside the centre, it is $3,100 USD in New York and $1,800 USD in Seattle.

What salary do I need to move from New York to Seattle?

On average, you need about 80% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in New York is roughly equivalent to $47,873 in Seattle.

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