Tacoma, Washington vs. Helena, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Helena, Alabama is 14.8% cheaper than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $42,585 in Helena, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Helena, Alabama is cheaper than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Helena
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Helena, AL
Compared to Tacoma, Helena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.8% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.1% higher
  Commute
  16.3% lower
  Health
  38.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% lower