Looking for a fresh start in a new Tacoma neighborhood that is actually affordable? Fortunately, there are some neighborhoods that still offer affordable cost of living. Listed below are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tacoma for 2026, ranked by their cost of living index. The cost of living index includes various items such as: goods and services, groceries, utilities, real estate and rental rates. For reference, the national average for cost of living is 100.

Population 41,576
-6%
Cost of Living Index 118 vs 125
6% lower than Tacoma
Population 34,061
-4%
Cost of Living Index 120 vs 125
4% lower than Tacoma
Population 30,087
-4%
Cost of Living Index 120 vs 125
4% lower than Tacoma
Population 22,370
-1%
Cost of Living Index 124 vs 125
1% lower than Tacoma
Population 13,967
4%
Cost of Living Index 130 vs 125
4% higher than Tacoma
Population 26,905
9%
Cost of Living Index 136 vs 125
9% higher than Tacoma
Population 18,087
14%
Cost of Living Index 143 vs 125
14% higher than Tacoma
Population 1,196
15%
Cost of Living Index 144 vs 125
15% higher than Tacoma
Population 24,008
17%
Cost of Living Index 146 vs 125
17% higher than Tacoma
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