Santa Maria, California vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 2.8% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $34,020 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Tacoma
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Santa Maria, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
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  2.8% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  26.2% lower
  Commute
  25.3% higher
  Health
  22.0% lower
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  Personal
  13.0% higher
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