Phoenix, Arizona vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 8.6% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $141,122 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Phoenix, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.6% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.4% lower
  Commute
  1.2% higher
  Health
  4.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.0% higher