Missoula, Montana vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 5.3% more expensive than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $140,000 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Missoula, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
53% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Missoula, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.7% lower
  Commute
  53.7% higher
  Health
  13.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.4% higher