Cost of Living in Washington, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
108.3
100 = national avg
+8.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,646
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$112,617
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing98.3
Food110.0
Transportation120.0
Healthcare108.0
Utilities105.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$995
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
The overall cost of living index in Washington is 108.3, which is 8.3% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 98.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,646 per year to cover basic expenses.