Rochester, New York vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 41.8% more expensive than Rochester, New York.

You would need a salary of $70,913 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Rochester, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
246% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Rochester, New York
Rochester, NY vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Rochester, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.8% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  312.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.3% lower
  Commute
  31.7% higher
  Health
  17.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher