Sumas, WA Cost of Living


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Sumas cost of living score
117.5
More expensive
17.5% higher
than the US average
3.6% lower
than the Washington average
Sumas, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 117.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.5% higher than the U.S. average and 3.6% higher than the average for Washington.

Sumas, WA

Housing costs in Sumas?
A typical home costs $470,000, which is 39.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 12.1% less expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sumas costs $1,110 per month, which is 22.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 55.9% cheaper than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Sumas?
To live comfortably in Sumas, Washington, a minimum annual income of $90,000 for a family, and $36,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sumas?
Sumas, WA is a small town located in northern Whatcom County, and it has a very affordable cost of living. The median home price is well below the national average, at just $224,900. The overall cost of living index is 91.1, which is slightly lower than the U.S average of 100. This means that day-to-day living expenses like groceries, utilities, and transportation are all relatively inexpensive compared to other towns in Washington State. Additionally, the town's low crime rate makes it a desirable place to live for families looking for a safe neighborhood to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSumasWashingtonUnited States
  117.5121.9100.0
  100.8101.1100
  97.288.8100.0
  140.6172.8100.0
  $470,000$534,700$338,100
  73.2%74.0%100.0%
  93.2113.6100.0
  140.7113.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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