Cost of Living in Tacoma, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.3
100 = national avg
-12.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,399
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,761
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.6
Food85.4
Transportation172.1
Healthcare88.3
Utilities83.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$697
per month
2 Bedroom
$914
per month
The overall cost of living index in Tacoma is 87.3, which is 12.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,399 per year to cover basic expenses.