Juneau, Alaska vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 3.3% more expensive than Juneau, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $62,327 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Juneau, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Juneau, Alaska
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
65% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Juneau, Alaska
Juneau, AK vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Juneau, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  24.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.8% lower
  Commute
  65.5% higher
  Health
  30.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher