Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
26% cheaper
Cleveland is 26% more affordable than Tacoma. A $75,000 salary in Tacoma is equivalent to $55,769 in Cleveland.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Cleveland has a housing index of 59 while Tacoma sits at 140 (national average = 100). The median home in Cleveland costs $100,000 compared to $400,000 in Tacoma, a difference of $300,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $900 in Cleveland versus $1,600 in Tacoma.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Cleveland scores 99 while Tacoma scores 105. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Cleveland (96) are lower than Tacoma (106). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Cleveland is $32,053 compared to $58,974 in Tacoma. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Cleveland.
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