Tacoma, Washington vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 41.6% cheaper than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $29,195 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Akron
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Tacoma, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.6% lower
      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
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.1% higher
  Commute
  32.7% lower
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.1% lower