Chandler, Arizona vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 2.0% more expensive than Chandler, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $86,690 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Chandler, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Chandler, Arizona
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
26% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Chandler, Arizona
Chandler, AZ vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Chandler, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.0% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.3% lower
  Commute
  6.5% higher
  Health
  4.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.4% higher