Berea, Kentucky vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 47.5% more expensive than Berea, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $73,750 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Berea, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Berea, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Berea, Kentucky
Berea, KY vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Berea, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.5% 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
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  120.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.5% lower
  Commute
  63.0% higher
  Health
  14.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.0% higher