Seattle vs Melbourne

Cost of living comparison — which city stretches your money further?

More Affordable
Seattle

United States

131cost index

Seattle is 31% more expensive than the US average.

Melbourne

Australia

133cost index

Melbourne is 33% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

1.5%

Melbourne is 1.5% pricier than Seattle

Salary Equivalent

0.98x

$1,000 in Melbourne = $985 in Seattle