City Comparison
Seattle, WA vs Vancouver, BC
Data last updated: July 25, 2026
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Side-by-Side Comparison
Seattle, WA
COL Index135.0
Housing Index175.0
Median Salary$78,000
1BR Rent (avg)$2,400
3BR Rent (avg)$4,200
State/Prov Tax0.0%
Vancouver, BC
COL Index142.0
Housing Index195.0
Median Salary$68,000
1BR Rent (avg)$2,600
3BR Rent (avg)$4,200
State/Prov Tax5.1%
Salary Equivalence
| Current Salary (Seattle, WA) | Equivalent in Vancouver, BC | Housing-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $52,592 | $55,714 |
| $75,000 | $78,888 | $83,571 |
| $100,000 | $105,185 | $111,428 |
| $150,000 | $157,777 | $167,142 |
| $200,000 | $210,370 | $222,857 |
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Key Differences
Overall COL Difference+5.2%
Housing Cost Difference+11.4%
1BR Rent Difference+8.3%
3BR Rent Difference+0.0%
Tax Rate Difference+5.1 pts
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