Puyallup, WA vs Tukwila, WA

Puyallup, WA and Tukwila, WA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.9% difference in their overall index. Puyallup scores 134 while Tukwila scores 132 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Puyallup is $1,750/month compared to $1,786/month in Tukwila — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Puyallup has cheaper rent, Tukwila actually has lower median home values ($462,800 vs $507,000).

Median household income in Puyallup is $95,639 compared to $80,534 in Tukwila (+18.8%). While Puyallup is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Puyallup spend roughly 22% of their income on rent, less than the 26.6% in Tukwila.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.9°F vs 53.7°F). Puyallup receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 39.3" in Tukwila.