salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tacoma to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,944
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,883
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$92,626
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$479,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$4,482
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$148
👥 People living there
236,254
222,758
Commute to work
26.2 min
28.8 min
College degree
77.1%
34.5%
Own their home
41.3%
55.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
12.4%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Tacoma for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Tacoma | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $101,090 | +51% in Tacoma |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $115,120 | +37% in Tacoma |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $101,780 | +34% in Tacoma |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $95,230 | +33% in Tacoma |
| Medical Assistant | $46,640 | $61,500 | +32% in Tacoma |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $102,920 | +30% in Tacoma |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $76,410 | +26% in Tacoma |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $128,260 | +25% in Tacoma |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Tacoma cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Tacoma cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tacoma to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $61,239 a year gives the same standard of living in Tacoma.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Tacoma?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $92,626 in Tacoma, 65% more in Arlington.