Pocatello, Idaho vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 36.7% more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $88,876 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Pocatello, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Pocatello, Idaho
Pocatello, ID vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Pocatello, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.7% 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
  11.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.4% lower
  Commute
  60.6% higher
  Health
  17.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.9% higher