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SANTA CRUZ vs. TACOMA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Cruz, California vs Tacoma, Washington
The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is
42.0%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$107,855
in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Tacoma
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs Tacoma, WA
Compared to Santa Cruz, Tacoma is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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9.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
65.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
27.5% lower
Commute
8.0% higher
Health
19.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.1% higher
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