City vs city
Seattle, WA vs Tacoma, WA
| Seattle | Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 741,440 | 220,482 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Median home value | $912,100 | $454,600 |
| Median rent | $1,998 | $1,597 |
| Household income | $121,984 | $83,857 |
| Unemployment | 4.2% | 5.3% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 38% | 21% |
| State crime /100k | 2,309 | 2,309 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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