Elk Plain, WA Cost of Living


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Elk Plain cost of living score
122.7
More expensive
22.7% higher
than the US average
0.7% higher
than the Washington average
Elk Plain, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 122.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.7% higher than the U.S. average and 0.7% lower than the average for Washington.

Elk Plain, WA

Housing costs in Elk Plain?
A typical home costs $362,900, which is 7.3% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 32.1% less expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Elk Plain costs $1,780 per month, which is 24.5% more than the national average of $1,430 and 2.8% more than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Elk Plain?
To live comfortably in Elk Plain, Washington, a minimum annual income of $69,480 for a family, and $56,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Elk Plain?
The cost of living in Elk Plain, WA is relatively low compared to other areas of the country. Home prices are affordable and taxes are lower than many other states. Groceries and fuel costs are also quite reasonable for the area. Other expenses, such as recreation and entertainment, also tend to be more budget-friendly in Elk Plain. Overall, with its more affordable costs of living, Elk Plain is an attractive option for those looking for a place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesElk PlainWashingtonUnited States
  122.7121.9100.0
  100.9101.1100
  88.388.8100.0
  122.9172.8100.0
  $362,900$534,700$338,100
  69.6%74.0%100.0%
  138.7113.6100.0
  129.5113.3100.0

   100=National Average

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