Which place is cheaper, Hope or Seattle?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Seattle or Hope, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Situated on the Puget Sound in the state of Washington, Seattle is the largest city in the United States Pacific Northwest. It's a beautiful city surrounded by the water and mountains and filled with evergreen trees. It's also the home of some famous American institutions including Starbucks Coffee, Amazon, and Microsoft. The population of almost 700,000 continues to grow. As of 2014, the city was considered the fastest growing major city in the United States. The entire metropolitan area has about 3.6 million residents, making it the 15th largest metro area in the US. The natural beauty, growing economy, and educational base give Seattle a youthful vibe that keep the city young and energetic.
Hope, located in British Columbia, Canada, is a small town in the far east of the Fraser Valley. It's at the cross section of several major highways making it a pass through point for many visitors to the area. Hope is also the location of the filming of the 1980's film Rambo: First Blood, a fact which many locals take much pride in.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Seattle is $205, while the average daily cost in Hope is $31. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Seattle and Hope in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Seattle:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seattle:
Prices for flights to both Hope and Seattle change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seattle are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seattle.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seattle are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hope.
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Seattle:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Seattle and Hope, we can see that Seattle is more expensive. And not only is Hope much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hope would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hope and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Seattle would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seattle than you might in Hope.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Seattle Expensive? and Is Hope Expensive?.
Seattle has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Hope. When comparing the sizes of Seattle and Hope, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
The summer brings many poeple to Seattle as well as Hope. Most visitors come to Seattle for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Seattle is around the same temperature as Hope. Typically, the summer temperatures in Seattle in July average around 67°F (19°C), and Hope averages at about 18°C (64°F).
Seattle usually gets less rain in July than Hope. Seattle gets 0.9 inches (22 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Hope and Seattle are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Seattle because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Seattle is generally a little warmer than Hope. Daily temperatures in Seattle average around 54°F (12°C), and Hope fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hope. In October, Seattle usually receives less rain than Hope. Seattle gets 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Hope and Seattle during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to Seattle this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hope. Seattle is much warmer than Hope in the winter. The daily temperature in Seattle averages around 42°F (5°C) in January, and Hope fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
Hope gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Seattle. Seattle usually gets less rain in January than Hope. Seattle gets 5.4 inches (136 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 201 mm (7.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Seattle and Hope. Many travelers come to Seattle for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Seattle is a little warmer than Hope. Typically, the spring temperatures in Seattle in April average around 51°F (11°C), and Hope averages at about 9°C (49°F).
Hope receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Seattle usually receives less rain than Hope. Seattle gets 2.5 inches (64 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Seattle | Hope | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 42°F (5°C) | 5.4 inches (136 mm) | 3°C (37°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
Feb | 45°F (7°C) | 4 inches (102 mm) | 5°C (41°F) | 164 mm (6.4 in) |
Mar | 47°F (9°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
Apr | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 inches (64 mm) | 9°C (49°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
May | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 inches (47 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
Jun | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 inches (40 mm) | 15°C (60°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
Jul | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 inches (22 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Aug | 67°F (19°C) | 1.2 inches (31 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
Sep | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 inches (49 mm) | 15°C (59°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
Oct | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 10°C (51°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
Nov | 47°F (8°C) | 5.7 inches (144 mm) | 6°C (43°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) |
Dec | 42°F (6°C) | 6 inches (152 mm) | 3°C (37°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |