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SEATTLE vs. TACOMA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs Tacoma, Washington
The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is
29.7%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$6,349
in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Tacoma
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs Tacoma, WA
Compared to Seattle, Tacoma is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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6.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
56.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.5% lower
Commute
13.2% lower
Health
0.1% higher
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Personal
3.3% lower
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