Seattle has an average of 149 rainy days each year, meaning that there were about 149 days where over 0.01 inches of rain fell over the course of the day. On the other side of the country, Miami gets about 135 rainy days per year, and New Orleans gets about 115. Is it actually always […]

When it comes to which city is better to live in, it’s a personal preference. But when it comes to cost of living and crowds, Portland is the winner. If you live city living and prefer that environment, Seattle is better. If you like green space and outdoor activities, Portland is superior. How is Portland […]

Overall, Seattle is the sixth most expensive city in the report, tied with Boston. The cost of living is about 52% higher than average. That much isn’t new.And it should be noted that one thing that did come down a little for Seattle in the latest Cost Of Living Index is apartment rent. What salary […]

As for why Seattle’s cost of living is much higher than normal, the report points mainly to housing costs.Transportation prices are also driving up Seattle’s cost of living. On average, residents pay 40.8% more than the average person does for transportation, the report cited. Why is cost of living so high in Seattle? As climate […]

Los Angeles is 0.6% more expensive than Seattle. Los Angeles housing costs are 3.5% less expensive than Seattle housing costs. Health related expenses are 4.9% more in Los Angeles. How expensive is Seattle vs LA? Comparison Highlights Cost of Living Indexes Seattle, WA Los Angeles, CA Overall Index: Homeowner, No Child care, Taxes Not Considered […]

It gets warm enough in the summer in Seattle for you to wear shorts and cute dresses during the day, but you’ll still want to have a sweater or light jacket for evenings. If traveling here during the summer, you’ll want to make sure to bring the following: A dress or skirt. A pair of […]

Seattle last year was ranked the sixth best place for singles to find love according to a WalletHub study that was based more heavily on the city’s economic health and wealth of dating-appropriate activities, rather than perceptions of individuals who live here. Is Seattle a good place for singles? Seattle is one of the best […]

While meal prices in Seattle can vary, the average cost of food in Seattle is $38 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Seattle should cost around $15 per person. What is a reasonable amount to budget for food? Groceries, housing and other essentials should […]

With Zipcar locations in Seattle, getting around is a breeze. Book your on-demand car share in Seattle, by the hour or day, and explore the city from Northgate to Rainier Valley and beyond. Does Seattle have car sharing? AAA says that the Seattle expansion makes it the largest free-floating car-sharing service in the nation, with […]

This means the electric bill for your Seattle Metro apartment is going to be low when compared to many other regions of the country. In fact, the typical electric bill comes in at approximately $80 per month when averaged throughout the year. How much is the average water bill in Seattle? In Seattle, for a […]

Relatively Cheaper Cost of Living Although Seattle is more affordable than New York City, it’s still an expensive place in general. In fact, you probably won’t feel a massive difference except for housing and electricity bills.The median home cost is $778,000 in Seattle compared to NYC’s $850,000. How is Seattle compared to New York? New […]

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Portland is 24.1% less expensive than Seattle. Portland housing costs are 41.3% less expensive than Seattle housing costs. Health related expenses are 0.8% more in Portland. Is it better to live in Seattle or Portland? When it comes to which city is better to live in, it’s a personal preference. But when it comes to […]

A recent study named Seattle the No. 1 “gloomiest place in America.” The website Bestplaces.net, which ranks locations on all kinds of qualities, created a “gloom index” for the largest cities in the nation, based on weather data during the darkest months of the year. Is it really always cloudy in Seattle? Seattle is the […]

New listings fell by 4.2% between August 2020 and last month, while available units decreased by 22.6%. The median home price between that time did increase, however. The $579,000 figure for last month is nearly $100,000 more than the median home price of all homes sold in August 2020. Are Seattle house prices going down? […]