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Cost of living in Tacoma, Washington, United States compared to Zaragoza, Spain
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| Food | + 34% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 34% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | $13 (€11) | €10 | + 10% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | $8 (€7) | €7 | + 2% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | $3.96 (€3.31) | €3.46 | - 4% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | $0.84 (€0.70) | €0.84 | - 16% | |
| 12 eggs, large | $3.24 (€2.71) | €2.16 | + 25% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | $4.29 (€3.59) | €1.61 | + 123% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | $5.51 (€4.61) | €4.80 | - 4% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | $3.16 (€2.64) | €1.83 | + 44% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | $1.13 (€0.95) | €1.72 | - 45% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | $3.47 (€2.90) | €1.03 | + 182% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | $12 (€10) | €6.00 | + 70% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | $2.11 (€1.77) | €1.46 | + 21% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | $2.24 (€1.87) | €0.82 | + 128% | |
| Housing | + 36% | |||
| Housing in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 36% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | $1,393 (€1,164) | €940 | + 24% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | $1,138 (€951) | €690 | + 38% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | $198 (€166) | €170 | - 3% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | $1,045 (€873) | €500 | + 75% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | $796 (€665) | €369 | + 80% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | $111 (€93) | €85 | + 9% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | $49 (€41) | €33 | + 25% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | $377 (€315) | €552 | - 43% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | $118 (€99) | €63 | + 56% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | $12 (€10) | €7 | + 57% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | $17 (€15) | €10 | + 50% | |
| Clothes | + 21% | |||
| Clothes in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 21% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | $52 (€44) | €91 | - 52% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | $64 (€53) | €30 | + 78% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | $97 (€81) | €79 | + 3% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | $106 (€89) | €74 | + 20% | |
| Transportation | - 1% | |||
| Transportation in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 1% cheaper than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | $22,357 (€18,688) | €21,300 | - 12% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | $0.74 (€0.62) | €1.47 | - 58% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | $67 (€56) | €43 | + 30% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | - | €14 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 115% | |||
| Personal Care in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 115% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | $9 (€8) | €6 | + 27% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | $33 (€27) | €4.50 | + 505% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | $168 (€141) | €65 | + 118% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | $8 (€7) | €5.46 | + 23% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | $3.79 (€3.17) | €2.12 | + 49% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | $5.48 (€4.58) | €3.09 | + 48% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | $4.06 (€3.39) | €1.32 | + 157% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | $1.90 (€1.59) | €2.00 | - 20% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | $21 (€17) | €10 | + 67% | |
| Entertainment | + 20% | |||
| Entertainment in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 20% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | $44 (€37) | €27 | + 37% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | $25 (€21) | €14 | + 48% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | $168 (€140) | €51 | + 178% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | $82 (€69) | €36 | + 91% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | $8 (€7) | €6 | + 8% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | $4.63 (€3.87) | €1.58 | + 145% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | $5.11 (€4.27) | €2.75 | + 55% | |
| iPad Air 2, 64GB | $250 (€209) | €787 | - 73% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | - | €0.12 | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | $59 (€49) | €42 | + 19% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | $9 (€8) | €4.80 | + 62% | |
| TOTAL | + 27% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 751 prices entered by 66 different people.
These prices were last updated on September 19, 2017.
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Cost of living in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 27% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain)
For example, you would need at least €3,439
($4,115)
in Tacoma, Washington
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
€2,700
in Zaragoza.
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