Burlington, Vermont vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 5.1% more expensive than Burlington, Vermont.

You would need a salary of $78,807 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Vermont.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Burlington, Vermont
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
50% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Burlington, Vermont
Burlington, VT vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Burlington, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% 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
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.7% lower
  Commute
  50.6% higher
  Health
  31.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher