Oro Valley, Arizona vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 5.9% more expensive than Oro Valley, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $52,962 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Oro Valley, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Oro Valley, Arizona
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Oro Valley, Arizona
Oro Valley, AZ vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Oro Valley, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  37.1% lower
  Commute
  14.2% higher
  Health
  3.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% higher