Gig Harbor, WA Cost of Living


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Gig Harbor cost of living score
122.7
More expensive
22.7% higher
than the US average
0.7% higher
than the Washington average
Gig Harbor, 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.

Gig Harbor, WA

Housing costs in Gig Harbor?
A typical home costs $704,800, which is 108.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 31.8% more expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Gig Harbor costs $1,970 per month, which is 37.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 12.2% more than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Gig Harbor?
To live comfortably in Gig Harbor, Washington, a minimum annual income of $135,000 for a family, and $62,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Gig Harbor?
Gig Harbor, WA is an increasingly popular tourist destination due to its charming seaside vibe and breathtaking mountain views. In addition to being a beautiful place to visit, Gig Harbor is also a great place to live. The cost of living in Gig Harbor is slightly below the national average, providing residents with the opportunity to save some money while still enjoying all the amenities that come with being part of such a vibrant community. Groceries, housing, health care, and other necessities are all relatively affordable when compared with other areas in the region. Although Gig Harbor does have higher median home prices than neighboring areas, these prices often reflect the added value of having access to a stunning natural environment and close proximity to Seattle and Tacoma.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGig HarborWashingtonUnited States
  122.7121.9100.0
  105.3101.1100
  88.388.8100.0
  229.6172.8100.0
  $704,800$534,700$338,100
  69.6%74.0%100.0%
  111.2113.6100.0
  129.1113.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 4 years ago

Moved from Chicago and never regretted it for a moment. Live out in the country, Key Peninsula, and love the country lifestyle. Surrounded by beauty and never have grown  More

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Over 5 years ago

Beautiful city to  More

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Over 6 years ago

I’ve lived here for five months. I’m 66 years old and this has been the nicest summer of my entire life. It’s been beautiful every single day. I live out on key  More

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