Columbia Falls, Montana vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 6.4% more expensive than Columbia Falls, Montana.

You would need a salary of $79,802 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia Falls, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Columbia Falls, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
62% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Columbia Falls, Montana
Columbia Falls, MT vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Columbia Falls, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.9% lower
  Commute
  62.3% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.1% higher