Cost of Living in Washington, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.3
100 = national avg
-8.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,188
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,990
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing95.9
Food93.2
Transportation79.2
Healthcare94.6
Utilities95.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$733
per month
2 Bedroom
$962
per month
The overall cost of living index in Washington is 91.3, which is 8.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 95.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,188 per year to cover basic expenses.