Cost Of Living Washington State
Washington apartment rent by city
Seattle
Tacoma
Bellevue Vancouver
Spokane
Washington State, one of the more
expensive places to live in the northwest is currently 3% above
the national average in overall cost of living. The evergreen
state does in fact have a 6.5% sales tax which naturally drives
their cost of living upward.
Looking to buy a house in Washington?
Compared to other northwest states Washington has a higher median housing
cost which is $419,900. This is the average cost of a home in the Sea-Tac
area. The average median income state wide is $52,000 which is below the
average house hold income of $56,000 per year. This actually makes
Washington a very affordable place to live if you are in a higher income
bracket.
Electricity is very affordable in Washington. Recent advances in cost efficient alternative energy have made Washington one of the most affordable. Gas prices are pretty consistent with other cities with in the great northwest at $2.75 average a gallon.
Apartment rent varies depending on where you live. If you are looking to live in Seattle try the surround suburbs instead on the inner city. Rent is significantly cheaper across the border and commuting from place to place comes with less of a headache. Average rent for the area is $860.00.
Overall Washington has a great economy and high paying jobs. The ratio between income and cost of living is very good. This makes Washington state a great place to live.
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| Electricity - .11 KPH - Average Apartment Rent - $860.00 - Gas - 2.75 Per Gallon |
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