Sammamish, WA Cost of Living


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Sammamish cost of living score
158.1
More expensive
58.1% higher
than the US average
29.7% higher
than the Washington average
Sammamish, 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.

Sammamish, WA

Housing costs in Sammamish?
A typical home costs $1,395,400, which is 312.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 161.0% more expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sammamish costs $3,210 per month, which is 124.5% more than the national average of $1,430 and 46.1% more than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Sammamish?
To live comfortably in Sammamish, Washington, a minimum annual income of $267,480 for a family, and $110,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sammamish?
The cost of living in Sammamish, WA is significantly higher than the US average. The house median value in Sammamish, WA is around $1.3954e+006, which is nearly four times higher than the US average house value of $338,100. Additionally, the cost of living index score for Sammamish, WA is 210.8 compared to the national average of 100. This indicates that goods and services bought in Sammamish are significantly more expensive than those purchased elsewhere in the US.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSammamishWashingtonUnited States
  158.1121.9100.0
  111.3101.1100
  88.288.8100.0
  424.7172.8100.0
  $1,395,400$534,700$338,100
  72.3%74.0%100.0%
  143.6113.6100.0
  151.1113.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 9 years ago

Seattle has beautiful greenery and gorgeous mountain views. It is quite dark and gloomy for much of the late fall into spring...or July 5th as locals know quite well. I  More

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Housing seems to be very overpriced, however after all things considered, it is well worth it. (Family of  More

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Sammamish is honestly a wonderful place to live. It's perfect for a family who wants a comfortable entertaining suburban life. The schools are pretty great, as I can say  More

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