Renton, WA vs Tacoma, WA

Renton, WA vs Tacoma, WA: What the data shows

Renton, WA is in Renton, WA while Tacoma, WA is in Tacoma, WA — both in the same state. On home prices, Renton, WA is the more affordable option at $526,700 median — $7,800 less than Tacoma, WA's $534,500. WYLT rates Renton, WA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Tacoma, WA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Renton, WA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Tacoma, WA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Renton, WA has Low flood risk and Tacoma, WA has Low flood risk.

Tacoma, WA is the more walkable neighborhood. Renton, WA scores 48/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Tacoma, WA's 81/100 (very walkable). For families weighing school quality, Renton, WA has the higher school rating — Renton, WA rates 6.9/10 and Tacoma, WA rates 6.3/10.