Caldwell, Idaho vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 14.8% more expensive than Caldwell, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $114,786 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Caldwell, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Caldwell, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Caldwell, Idaho
Caldwell, ID vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Caldwell, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.8% 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
  10.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.9% lower
  Commute
  34.7% higher
  Health
  13.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.5% higher