Carmel, Indiana vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 3.1% more expensive than Carmel, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $51,528 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Carmel, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Carmel, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Carmel, Indiana
Carmel, IN vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Carmel, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.5% lower
  Commute
  31.8% higher
  Health
  11.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher