Burlington, Iowa vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 71.8% more expensive than Burlington, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $85,881 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Burlington, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
318% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Burlington, Iowa
Burlington, IA vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Burlington, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  71.8% 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
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  291.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.7% lower
  Commute
  97.2% higher
  Health
  23.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.5% higher