Cost of Living in Washington
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Washington, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Washington is below the New York City baseline (composite index 82 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)86
Groceries index92
Dining out index92
Transport index66
Utilities index74
Median annual salary$84,000
Minimum wage$17.50/hr
State income tax rate8.50%
Est. monthly childcare$1,950
Est. monthly healthcare premium$540
YoY inflation3.0%
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