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SANTA MARIA vs. TACOMA
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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
$72,900
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
19.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
26.2% lower
Commute
25.3% higher
Health
22.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.0% higher
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