Cost of Living Calculator - Helena, Alabama vs Tacoma, Washington


The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 17.4% more expensive than Helena, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $95,104 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Helena, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Helena, Alabama
Helena, AL vs Tacoma, WA
Compared to Helena, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.4% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.0% lower
  Commute
  19.4% higher
  Health
  27.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% higher

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