salaryFrisco is 15% cheaperBased 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
$2,246
$1,944
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,299
$1,883
💵 Families earn per year
$162,004
$92,626
🔑 Buying a house
$642,100
$479,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,572
$4,482
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$148
👥 People living there
219,304
222,758
Commute to work
28.6 min
28.8 min
College degree
67.5%
34.5%
Own their home
65.9%
55.8%
Below poverty line
3.6%
12.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Frisco for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Tacoma for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Frisco or Tacoma cheaper to live in?
Frisco is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,246 a month there versus $1,944 in Tacoma.
What salary do I need in Tacoma to match $60,000 in Frisco?
About $68,702 a year gives the same standard of living in Tacoma.
Where do people earn more, Frisco or Tacoma?
The typical household earns $162,004 in Frisco and $92,626 in Tacoma, 75% more in Frisco.