Sequim, WA Cost of Living


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Sequim cost of living score
102
More expensive
2.0% higher
than the US average
16.3% lower
than the Washington average
Sequim, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 102, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 2.0% higher than the U.S. average and 16.3% higher than the average for Washington.

Sequim, WA

Housing costs in Sequim?
A typical home costs $506,600, which is 49.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 5.3% less expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sequim costs $1,260 per month, which is 11.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 37.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Sequim?
To live comfortably in Sequim, Washington, a minimum annual income of $97,200 for a family, and $38,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sequim?
Sequim, WA has a relatively low cost of living compared to many other areas in the United States. The median home price in Sequim is around $268,000, which is significantly lower than the national average of $323,400. The median rent for an apartment is also quite affordable at $1,069 per month. Furthermore, the overall cost of living index in Sequim is 107.2 points lower than the US average. This makes it a great place to live if you are looking for a more affordable lifestyle without sacrificing quality of life. Groceries and transportation costs are also relatively cheap when compared to other areas in the country.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSequimWashingtonUnited States
  102.0121.9100.0
  101.5101.1100
  103.088.8100.0
  154.5172.8100.0
  $506,600$534,700$338,100
  66.9%74.0%100.0%
  83.0113.6100.0
  118.3113.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 1 years ago

I moved to Sequim in 2013. Being here for the last 10 years I have seen a lot of changes. It is not for the better. As a 38 year old single mother to a teenage boy, I  More

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Take note of all the recent positive remarks about Sequim. Most all are either realtors, business owners, or local tribal members who own and dictate to this entire  More

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Over 3 years ago

Sequim used to be a wonderful place to live. The beautiful farms are almost all gone and replaced with trailer parks, clutters of homes, townhomes. It has been invaded  More

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