Everett, WA vs Tacoma, WA

Tacoma is moderately more affordable than Everett, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Everett scores 134 compared to 125 for Tacoma, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Everett can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Everett is $1,675/month compared to $1,597/month in Tacoma — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Tacoma is more affordable at $454,600 median vs $532,300.

Median household income in Everett is $81,502 compared to $83,857 in Tacoma (-2.8%). Tacoma offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Everett spend roughly 24.7% of their income on rent, more than the 22.9% in Tacoma.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.4°F vs 51.9°F). Tacoma receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 33.4" in Everett.