Ann Arbor, Michigan vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 6.6% more expensive than Ann Arbor, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $79,947 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Miscellaneous is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Miscellaneous
21% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Ann Arbor, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.7% lower
  Commute
  19.2% higher
  Health
  9.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.7% higher

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