Bay Center, WA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Bay Center, Washington?
$5,010 / month
for a family, 7.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $60,120 for the year for a family.
$2,667 / month
for a single person, 44.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $32,000 for the year for a single person.

Bay Center cost of living score
85.4
Less expensive
14.6% lower
than the US average
29.9% lower
than the Washington average
Bay Center, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 85.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 14.6% lower than the U.S. average and 29.9% lower than the average for Washington.

Bay Center, WA

Housing costs in Bay Center?
A typical home costs $314,100, which is 7.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 41.3% less expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Bay Center costs $1,050 per month, which is 26.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 64.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Bay Center?
To live comfortably in Bay Center, Washington, a minimum annual income of $60,120 for a family, and $32,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Bay Center?
The cost of living in Bay Center, WA is relatively low compared to other cities in Washington state. According to the Cost of Living Index from Best Places, Bay Center has an overall index score of 81.1 which is significantly lower than the national average score of 100. This means that residents can enjoy a much lower cost for day-to-day necessities relative to the US average. Housing costs are also comparatively lower, with the median home value being $193,400 and median rent being just $753 per month. Overall, Bay Center offers a great quality of life at an affordable price point.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesBay CenterWashingtonUnited States
    Unlock121.9100.0
  99.0  Unlock100.0
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  146.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$534,700$338,100
  64.7  Unlock100.0
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  92.1  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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