Raleigh, North Carolina vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 15.2% more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $115,234 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Raleigh, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
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  15.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  31.6% lower
  Commute
  34.7% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
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  Personal
  18.3% higher
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