2025 Compare Cities Cost of Living:
Layton, UT vs Tukwila, WA

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Is it cheaper to live in Tukwila or is it cheaper to live in Layton?
- Tukwila is 38.0% more expensive than Layton.

Which city has more affordable housing, Tukwila or Layton?
- Tukwila housing costs are 13.1% more expensive than Layton housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Layton or is Health Care more affordable in Tukwila.
- Health related expenses are 12.2% less in Tukwila.
 Layton, UTTukwila, WAUnited States
 Overall  Unlock158.1100
 Food & Groceries93.9  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock88.2100
 Housing153.2  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$531,700$338,100
 Utilities92  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock135.2100
 Miscellaneous110.5  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Layton    7 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

utah is a good place to live  More

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I can honestly say that there aren't any bad neighborhoods here. I frequently walk to work before sunrise or after sunset, and no one has ever bothered me in the least.  More

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I really love Layton. I moved here because my husband is a US Marine and received orders to Hill AFB on independent duty. Layton is close to everything you could want  More

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Reviews for Tukwila    2 Reviews

I just completed a tour of Tukwila, and I have to say, I couldn't find a better place to bring the family for a weekend of fun. The water park is amazing! Rent a kayak  More

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Over 12 years ago

I've lived here for the last 23 years. WA is a great place to live. Climate is very mild. Recreational fun abounds.   More

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