Idaho Falls, Idaho vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 26.7% more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $158,432 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Idaho Falls, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.7% 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
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.7% lower
  Commute
  60.3% higher
  Health
  18.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.1% higher