Tacoma, Washington vs. Newark, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newark, New Jersey is 4.1% more expensive than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $52,034 in Newark, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, New Jersey is more expensive than Tacoma, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
68% more expensive in Newark
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Newark, NJ
Compared to Tacoma, Newark is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% higher
      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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  68.3% higher
  Commute
  30.8% higher
  Health
  12.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower