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Cost of living in Tacoma, Washington, United States compared to Zaragoza, Spain
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| Food | + 30% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 30% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | $15 (€12) | €10 | + 19% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | $7 (€6) | €7 | - 7% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | $3.29 (€2.69) | €3.46 | - 22% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | $0.88 (€0.72) | €0.79 | - 9% | |
| 12 eggs, large | $3.03 (€2.48) | €2.16 | + 15% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | $4.16 (€3.40) | €1.61 | + 111% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | $6 (€5.18) | €4.80 | + 8% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | $3.27 (€2.67) | €1.83 | + 46% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | $1.25 (€1.02) | €1.72 | - 41% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | $3.05 (€2.50) | €1.03 | + 142% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | $14 (€12) | €6.00 | + 96% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | $2.21 (€1.81) | €1.51 | + 20% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | $1.91 (€1.56) | €0.82 | + 90% | |
| Housing | + 51% | |||
| Housing in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 51% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | $1,573 (€1,287) | €940 | + 37% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | $1,198 (€980) | €690 | + 42% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | $214 (€175) | €170 | + 3% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | $1,208 (€988) | €500 | + 98% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | $1,060 (€867) | €369 | + 135% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | $132 (€108) | €85 | + 27% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | $62 (€51) | €33 | + 55% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | $352 (€288) | €552 | - 48% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | $122 (€99) | €68 | + 47% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | $11 (€9) | €7 | + 25% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | $17 (€14) | €10 | + 46% | |
| Clothes | + 36% | |||
| Clothes in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 36% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | $53 (€43) | €91 | - 53% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | $74 (€60) | €30 | + 101% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | $115 (€94) | €79 | + 19% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | $107 (€88) | €74 | + 19% | |
| Transportation | - 6% | |||
| Transportation in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 6% cheaper than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | $22,920 (€18,753) | €21,300 | - 12% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | $0.79 (€0.64) | €1.47 | - 56% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | $62 (€51) | €43 | + 19% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | - | €14 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 101% | |||
| Personal Care in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 101% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | $9 (€7) | €5.11 | + 39% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | $33 (€27) | €3.98 | + 569% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | $150 (€123) | €60 | + 103% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | $8 (€7) | €4.78 | + 37% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | $3.80 (€3.11) | €2.11 | + 48% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | $5.47 (€4.47) | €3.08 | + 45% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | $4.03 (€3.30) | €1.39 | + 137% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | $1.65 (€1.35) | €1.93 | - 30% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | $21 (€17) | €10 | + 67% | |
| Entertainment | + 55% | |||
| Entertainment in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 55% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | $47 (€39) | €27 | + 45% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | $27 (€22) | €14 | + 52% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | $140 (€115) | €49 | + 136% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | $86 (€70) | €36 | + 95% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | $10 (€8) | €6 | + 23% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | $4.99 (€4.08) | €1.58 | + 159% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | $6 (€5.26) | €2.75 | + 91% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | $435 (€356) | €526 | - 32% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | $0.42 (€0.34) | €0.12 | + 184% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | $63 (€52) | €42 | + 24% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | $10 (€8) | €4.80 | + 64% | |
| TOTAL | + 34% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 629 prices entered by 49 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 25, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 34% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain)
For example, you would need at least €3,477
($4,249)
in Tacoma, Washington
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
€2,600
in Zaragoza.
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