Lacey, WA Economy


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Lacey, WA is a great place to live. It is known for its affordable housing, with two bedroom rents being $1,570 compared to the US average of $1,430. Additionally, grocery costs are slightly higher than the US national average index rate at 101 versus 100. Lacey is home to many local businesses such as Little Creek Casino Resort, Valley Athletic Club and Ford's Garage Hamburgers & Beer. The cost difference between Lacey and the US can mostly be attributed to its high quality of life with plenty of outdoor recreational activities and parks available in the area.

Lacey has an unemployment rate of 6.6%. The US average is 6.0%.

Lacey has seen the job market decrease by -2.3% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 43.4%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Lacey
- The Sales Tax Rate for Lacey is 8.8%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Lacey is 0.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Lacey
- The average income of a Lacey resident is $35,112 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Lacey resident is $75,059 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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Over 13 years ago

My husband is in the military and so we move from place to place. Lacey is about 20 minutes drive from Joint Base Lewis Mcchord. The area is really nice because it is a  More

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Over 15 years ago

I'm just ready to move someplace where the sun shines more, it's warmer and  More

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Over 16 years ago

There is currently construction on a trail that connects from Lacey to Tummwater. The trail used to be an abandoned railroad. I'm very happy because of  More

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