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CHICAGO vs. TACOMA
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Tacoma, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is
9.9%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$164,804
in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Chicago, Tacoma is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.9% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
35.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
26.9% lower
Commute
13.9% lower
Health
0.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.2% higher
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