Friday Harbor, WA Cost of Living


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Friday Harbor cost of living score
135.2
More expensive
35.2% higher
than the US average
10.9% higher
than the Washington average
Friday Harbor, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 135.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 35.2% higher than the U.S. average and 10.9% lower than the average for Washington.

Friday Harbor, WA

Housing costs in Friday Harbor?
A typical home costs $831,500, which is 145.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 55.5% more expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Friday Harbor costs $2,600 per month, which is 81.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 33.5% more than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Friday Harbor?
To live comfortably in Friday Harbor, Washington, a minimum annual income of $159,480 for a family, and $78,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Friday Harbor?
Friday Harbor, WA offers an affordable cost of living. While the area has seen a recent surge in population due to an influx of tourists and second-home owners, goods and services remain reasonably priced. There is wide range housing options from luxurious waterfront homes to more modest dwellings. The average cost for basic utilities, such as electricity, water, and garbage disposal is about $140/month. Food prices are comparable with those found in other parts of the country. A typical household budget can accommodate most activities that the area has to offer, from fishing excursions and whale watching trips to local culinary delights enjoyed in charming cafes and restaurants.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFriday HarborWashingtonUnited States
  135.2121.9100.0
  106.8101.1100
  97.188.8100.0
  237.4172.8100.0
  $831,500$534,700$338,100
  73.0%74.0%100.0%
  67.7113.6100.0
  132.9113.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Beautiful place to retire and live, but a very expensive area to buy property and maintain. Services are limited and labor is in big shortage. So be prepared to pay up  More

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I lived on the Island for a couple of the winter months in 2007. I house sat a beautiful home on acreage with a view of the water. The Island is very quiet during the  More

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