Zip 98385 (South Prairie, WA) Cost of Living


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South Prairie cost of living score
122.7
More expensive
22.7% higher
than the US average
0.7% higher
than the Washington average
South Prairie (zip 98385), Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 122.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.7% higher than the U.S. average and 0.7% lower than the average for Washington.

Zip 98385 (South Prairie, WA)

Housing costs in South Prairie?
A typical home costs $417,800, which is 23.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 21.9% less expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in South Prairie costs $1,780 per month, which is 2.9% more than the national average of $1,730 and 16.3% cheaper than the state average of $2,070.

Can I afford South Prairie?
To live comfortably in South Prairie (zip 98385), Washington, a minimum annual income of $79,920 for a family, and $56,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about South Prairie?
The cost of living in 98385 South Prairie, WA is quite reasonable. The median home price in the area is around $250,000 and the average rent for a two bedroom apartment is about $1050 per month. Despite being close to Seattle, the cost of groceries and other necessities remains low and affordable. It is possible to find excellent deals on housing, food, transportation, entertainment and more if you take the time to shop around. The city also offers plenty of attractions and activities that are free or very inexpensive. All in all, 98385 South Prairie, WA provides an excellent quality of life at an affordable cost.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSouth PrairieWashingtonUnited States
  122.7121.9100.0
  100.1101.1100
  88.388.8100.0
  142.2172.8100.0
  $417,800$534,700$338,100
  72.3%74.0%100.0%
  124.5113.6100.0
  127.7113.3100.0

   100=National Average

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