Poway, California vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 32.5% cheaper than Poway, California.

You would need a salary of $33,734 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Poway, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is cheaper than Poway, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Tacoma
than in Poway, California
Poway, CA vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Poway, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  41.0% lower
  Commute
  1.7% lower
  Health
  0.8% lower
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  Personal
  11.0% higher
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