Cost of Living Calculator - Tacoma, Washington vs Waialua, Hawaii


The cost of living in Waialua, Hawaii is 55.8% more expensive than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $116,822 in Waialua, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waialua, Hawaii is more expensive than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Waialua
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs Waialua, HI
Compared to Tacoma, Waialua is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.8% 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
  38.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  132.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  160.9% higher
  Commute
  20.5% higher
  Health
  15.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher

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