West Richland, Washington vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 13.4% more expensive than West Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $56,676 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in West Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than West Richland, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% more expensive in Tacoma
than in West Richland, Washington
West Richland, WA vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to West Richland, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.4% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.4% lower
  Commute
  39.0% higher
  Health
  2.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.7% higher