Abilene, Texas vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 48.8% more expensive than Abilene, Texas.

You would need a salary of $156,242 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Abilene, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Abilene, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
161% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Abilene, Texas
Abilene, TX vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Abilene, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.8% 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
  10.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  157.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.7% lower
  Commute
  74.2% higher
  Health
  24.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.3% higher