Cost of Living Calculator - Waukee, Iowa vs Tacoma, Washington


The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 23.2% more expensive than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $98,539 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Waukee, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs Tacoma, WA
Compared to Waukee, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.2% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.8% lower
  Commute
  54.7% higher
  Health
  15.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher

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