Stanwood, WA Cost of Living


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Stanwood cost of living score
136.2
More expensive
36.2% higher
than the US average
11.7% higher
than the Washington average
Stanwood, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 136.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 36.2% higher than the U.S. average and 11.7% lower than the average for Washington.

Stanwood, WA

Housing costs in Stanwood?
A typical home costs $610,400, which is 80.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 14.2% more expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Stanwood costs $1,870 per month, which is 30.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 7.5% more than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Stanwood?
To live comfortably in Stanwood, Washington, a minimum annual income of $117,000 for a family, and $64,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Stanwood?
The cost of living in Stanwood, WA is generally low. The median home price in the area is around $350,000, which is far lower than the state average. Additionally, the sales tax rate in Stanwood is only 8.8%, which is significantly lower than many areas of Washington and the nation as a whole. Groceries and other essentials are reasonably priced, and general expenses such as gas and utilities are also below national averages. All in all, living in Stanwood can be quite affordable for those looking to settle down in a small town with plenty of natural beauty.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesStanwoodWashingtonUnited States
  136.2121.9100.0
  103.2101.1100
  86.788.8100.0
  202.4172.8100.0
  $610,400$534,700$338,100
  69.5%74.0%100.0%
  107.9113.6100.0
  143.0113.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

I BELIEVE THAT WITH THE NEW TRAIN STATION AND THE UFF DA SHOP BEING AS A CITIZEN OF STANWOOD WE COULD UPHOLD THE SUMMER  More

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We moved to Camano Island, just west of Stanwood, from California over a year ago. The quality of life here for our family is fantastic. The weather is fantastic, the  More

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