Lake Forest Park, WA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Lake Forest Park, Washington?
$14,160 / month
for a family, 162.2% more expensive than the national average A total of $169,920 for the year for a family.
$6,300 / month
for a single person, 32.2% more expensive than the national average A total of $75,600 for the year for a single person.

Lake Forest Park cost of living score
158.1
More expensive
58.1% higher
than the US average
29.7% higher
than the Washington average
Lake Forest Park, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 158.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 58.1% higher than the U.S. average and 29.7% lower than the average for Washington.

Lake Forest Park, WA

Housing costs in Lake Forest Park?
A typical home costs $886,200, which is 162.1% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 65.7% more expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lake Forest Park costs $2,210 per month, which is 54.5% more than the national average of $1,430 and 21.7% more than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Lake Forest Park?
To live comfortably in Lake Forest Park, Washington, a minimum annual income of $169,920 for a family, and $75,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lake Forest Park?
The cost of living in Lake Forest Park is relatively high compared to the national average due to its location near Seattle. Housing costs are above the national median, though lower than many other cities in the area, and groceries and transportation costs are also higher than average. Despite this, Lake Forest Park remains an attractive option for those looking for a suburban lifestyle close to big city amenities. The median home price is still reasonable compared to areas like Seattle or Bellevue, making it a great choice for those looking for an affordable place to live with easy access to all that the Greater Seattle Area has to offer.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesLake Forest ParkWashingtonUnited States
    Unlock121.9100.0
  106.1  Unlock100.0
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    Unlock$534,700$338,100
  70.8  Unlock100.0
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  151.1  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 4 years ago

I’ve lived in Lake Forest Park for over 6 years, having been priced out of the Seattle area, and never looked back! After living in Queen Anne in Seattle, we were  More

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