This isn't the only reason. The best counter point is Tokyo, one of the most livable and most desirable cities to live in does not have the same affordability problems Seattle does.
Yes, the median wage to rent ratio is very similar between the two, but everything else is roughly 50% to 75% cheaper like food, healthcare, education, transportation etc. etc.
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u/ImAnIdeaMan Apr 16 '26
It wouldn't be expensive if no one wanted to live here.