North Yelm, WA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in North Yelm, Washington?
$3,720 / month
for a family, 31.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $44,640 for the year for a family.
$4,467 / month
for a single person, 6.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $53,600 for the year for a single person.

North Yelm cost of living score
112.1
More expensive
12.1% higher
than the US average
8.0% lower
than the Washington average
North Yelm, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 112.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 12.1% higher than the U.S. average and 8.0% higher than the average for Washington.

North Yelm, WA

Housing costs in North Yelm?
A typical home costs $232,500, which is 31.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 56.5% less expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in North Yelm costs $1,560 per month, which is 9.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 10.9% cheaper than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford North Yelm?
To live comfortably in North Yelm, Washington, a minimum annual income of $44,640 for a family, and $53,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about North Yelm?
The cost of living in North Yelm, WA is quite reasonable. While the city is part of the Seattle metropolitan area, it's far enough away that homes are more affordable than they would be closer to the city. The median home price in North Yelm is around $350,000, which is a fraction of the cost of most homes near Seattle. Additionally, due to the smaller size of North Yelm there are fewer businesses raising their prices for goods and services; groceries, gas, and other basic items cost less compared to places like Seattle or Tacoma. All these factors make North Yelm an attractive place to live for those who want to have access to all the amenities of city life without having to pay exorbitant costs.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesNorth YelmWashingtonUnited States
    Unlock121.9100.0
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  77.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$534,700$338,100
  72.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock113.6100.0
  143.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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