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
$2,273
$1,944
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,549
$1,883
💵 Families earn per year
$133,583
$92,626
🔑 Buying a house
$938,600
$479,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.1
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$7,337
$4,482
⚡ Electric bill per month
$109
$148
👥 People living there
754,195
222,758
Commute to work
26 min
28.8 min
College degree
68.4%
34.5%
Own their home
43.7%
55.8%
Below poverty line
9.9%
12.4%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Seattle 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 | Seattle | Tacoma | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $128,260 | $128,260 | 0% in Tacoma |
| Nurse Practitioner | $160,090 | $160,090 | 0% in Tacoma |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $85,690 | $85,690 | 0% in Tacoma |
| Nursing Assistant | $51,990 | $51,990 | 0% in Tacoma |
| Medical Assistant | $61,500 | $61,500 | 0% in Tacoma |
| Pharmacist | $162,870 | $162,870 | 0% in Tacoma |
| Physician Assistant | $167,290 | $167,290 | 0% in Tacoma |
| Dental Hygienist | $133,740 | $133,740 | 0% in Tacoma |
Frequently asked questions
Is Seattle or Tacoma cheaper to live in?
Seattle 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 Seattle?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Tacoma.
Where do people earn more, Seattle or Tacoma?
The typical household earns $133,583 in Seattle and $92,626 in Tacoma, 44% more in Seattle.