San Francisco vs Seattle: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-12 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Seattle is about 19% cheaper overall. Here is how San Francisco and Seattle compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- San Francisco cost-of-living index: 178 vs 100
- Seattle cost-of-living index: 145 vs 100
- San Francisco median 2BR rent: $4,200/mo
- Seattle median 2BR rent: $2,900/mo
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