Lynnwood, Washington 

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Cost of Living in Lynnwood, Washington

The cost of living in Lynnwood, WA is relatively high compared to the national average. According to a recent survey, the cost of living index in Lynnwood is about 119.6 which is 19.6 percent higher than the U.S. average. Housing costs are especially high with an average price of about $450,000 for a single family home and $1,600 for a one-bedroom apartment in town. Groceries, healthcare, and transportation also tend to be more expensive than other cities in Washington State. Despite the higher cost of living, many people still choose to live in Lynnwood due to its proximity to Seattle and attractive outdoor activities like hiking and skiing at nearby Snoqualmie Pass and Stevens Pass.

Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Lynnwood is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Lynnwood, Washington is more expensive.

Lynnwood cost of living is 137.6

COST OF LIVINGLynnwoodWashingtonUSA
  137.6121.9100
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  220.9172.8100
  $696,100$534,700$338,100
  65.574100
  117.7113.6100
  143.6113.3100
100=National Average
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    Reviews for Lynnwood    11 Reviews
    rain - 12/21/2012
    It rains a lot here. If you can handle the rain, the "3" months of summer is... Read More

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    Commuting - 8/22/2009
    Lynnwood is a small city of approximately 34,000 people located in South Snohomish County. It's a 20 minute ride to downtown Seattle from here. Many residents work in... Read More

    Lousy Weather This Year - 6/3/2008
    This winter was/is one of the coldest and longest since my return to Washington state a few years ago. I also lived here in the late 80's/early 90's, and our recent... Read More


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    ZIP CODES IN LYNNWOOD, WASHINGTON
    98036 98037

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