Corvallis, Oregon vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 8.2% more expensive than Corvallis, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $81,118 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Corvallis, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Corvallis, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
51% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Corvallis, Oregon
Corvallis, OR vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Corvallis, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.2% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.0% lower
  Commute
  51.2% higher
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.8% higher