Lakewood, Washington vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 33.9% cheaper than Lakewood, Washington.

You would need a salary of $33,068 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakewood, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Lakewood, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Waco
than in Lakewood, Washington
Lakewood, WA vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Lakewood, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.9% lower
      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
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  39.9% higher
  Commute
  39.2% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.6% lower