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Cost of living in Tacoma, Washington, United States compared to Zaragoza, Spain
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| Food | + 41% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 41% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | $13 (€11) | €10 | + 12% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | $8 (€7) | €7 | + 5% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | $4.52 (€3.88) | €3.46 | + 12% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | $0.82 (€0.70) | €0.84 | - 16% | |
| 12 eggs, large | $3.26 (€2.80) | €2.16 | + 30% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | $4.06 (€3.49) | €1.61 | + 117% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | $5.30 (€4.55) | €4.80 | - 5% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | $2.77 (€2.37) | €1.83 | + 30% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | $1.13 (€0.97) | €1.72 | - 44% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | $3.71 (€3.18) | €1.03 | + 209% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | $12 (€10) | €6.00 | + 69% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | $2.16 (€1.86) | €1.39 | + 34% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | $2.58 (€2.22) | €0.82 | + 170% | |
| Housing | + 40% | |||
| Housing in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 40% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | $1,458 (€1,251) | €940 | + 33% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | $1,143 (€981) | €690 | + 42% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | $199 (€171) | €170 | + 0% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | $1,054 (€905) | €500 | + 81% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | $759 (€652) | €369 | + 77% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | $116 (€100) | €85 | + 18% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | $44 (€38) | €33 | + 15% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | $461 (€396) | €580 | - 32% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | $126 (€108) | €61 | + 78% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | $13 (€11) | €7 | + 67% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | $18 (€16) | €10 | + 61% | |
| Clothes | + 28% | |||
| Clothes in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 28% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | $49 (€42) | €91 | - 54% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | $69 (€59) | €30 | + 97% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | $96 (€82) | €79 | + 4% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | $101 (€87) | €74 | + 17% | |
| Transportation | + 3% | |||
| Transportation in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 3% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | $20,918 (€17,958) | €21,300 | - 16% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | $0.70 (€0.60) | €1.47 | - 59% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | $71 (€61) | €43 | + 41% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | - | €14 | - | |
| Personal Care | + 138% | |||
| Personal Care in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 138% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | $9 (€7) | €6 | + 24% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | $33 (€28) | €4.98 | + 461% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | $219 (€188) | €65 | + 191% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | $8 (€7) | €5.46 | + 26% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | $3.67 (€3.15) | €2.12 | + 49% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | $5.10 (€4.38) | €3.09 | + 42% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | $4.06 (€3.49) | €1.32 | + 164% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | $1.90 (€1.63) | €2.00 | - 18% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | $18 (€15) | €10 | + 45% | |
| Entertainment | + 39% | |||
| Entertainment in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 39% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | $44 (€38) | €27 | + 41% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | $25 (€21) | €14 | + 47% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | $124 (€107) | €51 | + 111% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | $84 (€72) | €36 | + 100% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | $8 (€7) | €6 | + 5% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | $4.98 (€4.28) | €1.58 | + 171% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | $4.99 (€4.28) | €2.75 | + 56% | |
| iPod nano 16GB | $145 (€124) | €160 | - 22% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | - | €0.12 | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | $57 (€49) | €42 | + 18% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | $9 (€8) | €4.80 | + 66% | |
| TOTAL | + 36% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 579 prices entered by 56 different people.
These prices were last updated on July 26, 2017.
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Cost of living in Tacoma, Washington (United States) is 36% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain)
For example, you would need at least €3,933
($4,581)
in Tacoma, Washington
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
€2,900
in Zaragoza.
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