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TACOMA vs. BAKERSFIELD
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Tacoma, Washington vs. Bakersfield, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Bakersfield, California is
12.4%
cheaper
than Tacoma, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$65,720
in Bakersfield, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bakersfield, California is
cheaper
than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Bakersfield
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Bakersfield, CA
Compared to Tacoma, Bakersfield is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
21.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
64.7% higher
Commute
13.2% lower
Health
3.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.4% lower
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