Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Tacoma, Washington


The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 22.5% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $91,900 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Tacoma, WA
Compared to Johnston, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.5% 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)
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.8% lower
  Commute
  57.6% higher
  Health
  13.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.3% higher

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