Provo, Utah vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 8.6% more expensive than Provo, Utah.

You would need a salary of $68,390 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Provo, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Provo, Utah
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Provo, Utah
Provo, UT vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Provo, 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
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.3% lower
  Commute
  39.7% higher
  Health
  13.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% higher