Cost of Living in Northeast Tacoma, Tacoma, WA

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43%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
119%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Northeast Tacoma Tacoma Washington
Cost of living143125119
Groceries104105107
Health care113109109
Housing219159138
Transportation114117112
Utilities112109110
Lifestyle & Entertainment112113112
Household Items108106107
Education & Childcare114116117
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Northeast Tacoma is 21% higher than the Tacoma average
  • The cost of living in Northeast Tacoma is 43% higher than the national average
  • Northeast Tacoma housing is 119% higher than the national average
  • Washington general sales tax is 27% higher than the national average
  • Washington state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$151,772$12,648$3,541$4,554

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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