Charleston, South Carolina vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 7.5% more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $107,468 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Charleston, South Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
59% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston, SC vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Charleston, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.5% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.3% lower
  Commute
  26.8% higher
  Health
  8.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% higher