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WASHINGTON vs. TACOMA
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Tacoma, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is
21.6%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$74,436
in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Tacoma
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Washington, Tacoma is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
36.0% lower
Commute
11.8% lower
Health
7.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.8% higher
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