Chehalis, WA Cost of Living


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Chehalis cost of living score
97.6
Less expensive
2.4% lower
than the US average
19.9% lower
than the Washington average
Chehalis, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 97.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 2.4% lower than the U.S. average and 19.9% lower than the average for Washington.

Chehalis, WA

Housing costs in Chehalis?
A typical home costs $445,200, which is 31.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.7% less expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Chehalis costs $1,120 per month, which is 21.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 54.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Chehalis?
To live comfortably in Chehalis, Washington, a minimum annual income of $85,320 for a family, and $35,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Chehalis?
The cost of living in Chehalis, WA is relatively low compared to other parts of the United States. The median home value in the city is $201,200, which is significantly lower than the national average. The estimated cost of living index in Chehalis is 88.1 – 11% below the national average. Additionally, the cost of groceries and healthcare are both below the state average in Washington, making it a great place to live for those on a budget. Furthermore, there are no major cities nearby with higher costs of living that could drive up prices in the Chehalis area, allowing residents to enjoy an affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesChehalisWashingtonUnited States
  97.6121.9100.0
  99.8101.1100
  85.988.8100.0
  129.2172.8100.0
  $445,200$534,700$338,100
  70.3%74.0%100.0%
  81.7113.6100.0
  101.3113.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Really pretty town. We love Penny park! This is a safer town than most in Washington. It lacks the usual hordes of street people and junkies.  More

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