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PORTLAND vs. TACOMA
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Portland, Oregon vs. Tacoma, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is
10.9%
cheaper
than Portland, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$26,737
in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is
cheaper
than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Tacoma
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Portland, Tacoma is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
26.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.1% lower
Commute
8.2% lower
Health
2.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.6% higher
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