Zip 98274 (Mount Vernon, WA) Cost of Living


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Mount Vernon cost of living score
117.7
More expensive
17.7% higher
than the US average
3.4% lower
than the Washington average
Mount Vernon (zip 98274), Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 117.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.7% higher than the U.S. average and 3.4% higher than the average for Washington.

Zip 98274 (Mount Vernon, WA)

Housing costs in Mount Vernon?
A typical home costs $558,700, which is 65.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 4.5% more expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mount Vernon costs $1,550 per month, which is 10.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,730 and 9.0% more than the state average of $1,410.

Can I afford Mount Vernon?
To live comfortably in Mount Vernon (zip 98274), Washington, a minimum annual income of $106,920 for a family, and $48,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mount Vernon?
Living in 98274 Mount Vernon, WA is relatively affordable compared to other areas in the state. Although housing costs are slightly higher than the U.S. average, utilities and transportation costs are lower than the national average. The overall cost of living index for this zip code is 97.2, meaning it is 2.8% lower than the U.S. average cost of living index, making it an attractive option for those looking to save money on their everyday expenses.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMount VernonWashingtonUnited States
  117.7121.9100.0
  101.6101.1100
  97.388.8100.0
  169.1172.8100.0
  $558,700$534,700$338,100
  69.5%74.0%100.0%
  96.6113.6100.0
  124.3113.3100.0

   100=National Average

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