Tacoma, Washington vs. El Cajon, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in El Cajon, California is 25.6% more expensive than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $62,797 in El Cajon, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, El Cajon, California is more expensive than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in El Cajon
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. El_Cajon, CA
Compared to Tacoma, El_Cajon is:
  Homeowner
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  25.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  63.1% higher
  Commute
  4.6% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
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  Personal
  10.0% lower
Cost of Food
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