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TACOMA vs. SAN DIEGO
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Tacoma, Washington vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
35.9%
more expensive
than Tacoma, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$135,932
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
more expensive
than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in San Diego
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Tacoma, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.9% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
108.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
51.6% higher
Commute
0.8% higher
Health
0.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.0% lower
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