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TACOMA vs. SEATTLE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Tacoma, Washington vs Seattle, Washington
The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is
42.2%
more expensive
than Tacoma, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$139,076
in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is
more expensive
than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% more expensive in Seattle
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs Seattle, WA
Compared to Tacoma, Seattle is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.2% higher
Child Care
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Food
7.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
130.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.5% higher
Commute
15.3% higher
Health
0.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.4% higher
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