Big Lake, WA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Big Lake, Washington?
$8,550 / month
for a family, 58.3% more expensive than the national average A total of $102,600 for the year for a family.
$4,033 / month
for a single person, 15.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $48,400 for the year for a single person.

Big Lake cost of living score
117.7
More expensive
17.7% higher
than the US average
3.4% lower
than the Washington average
Big Lake, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 117.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.7% higher than the U.S. average and 3.4% higher than the average for Washington.

Big Lake, WA

Housing costs in Big Lake?
A typical home costs $536,200, which is 58.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 0.3% more expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Big Lake costs $1,530 per month, which is 7.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 13.1% cheaper than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Big Lake?
To live comfortably in Big Lake, Washington, a minimum annual income of $102,600 for a family, and $48,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Big Lake?
The cost of living in Big Lake, WA is very reasonable. The median home price is around $360,000 and the median household income is roughly $61,900. This makes it very affordable for those looking to move to the area. With an abundance of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues nearby, there's no shortage of things to do on any budget. The unemployment rate in Big Lake is also low at just 3%, making it a great place to find work or start a business. All in all, Big Lake offers a great quality of life at a more than reasonable cost.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesBig LakeWashingtonUnited States
    Unlock121.9100.0
  101.6  Unlock100.0
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  237.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$534,700$338,100
  70.5  Unlock100.0
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  127.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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