Is Vancouver more expensive than Seattle?

Vancouver is 23.4% cheaper than Seattle overall. Rent is 37.8% lower, groceries 32.1% cheaper, and restaurants 6.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Seattle or Vancouver?

Seattle has a purchasing power index of 173.3 while Vancouver has 163.1 (NYC = 100). Seattle offers better purchasing power.

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🇺🇸 Seattle vs 🇺🇸 Vancouver

2026

Vancouver är 23.4% billigare

Kategori	🇺🇸 Seattle	🇺🇸 Vancouver	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	88.5	67.8	-23.4%
Hyra	57.4	35.7	-37.8%
Livsmedel	96.2	65.3	-32.1%
Restauranger	87.5	81.7	-6.6%
Köpkraft	173.3	163.1	-5.9%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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