Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 17.1% more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $58,532 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Valparaiso, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.2% lower
  Commute
  7.0% higher
  Health
  2.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% higher