Cost of Living in Washington, UT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
154.9
100 = national avg
+54.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,156
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$161,095
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing195.8
Food121.9
Transportation143.7
Healthcare117.5
Utilities132.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,575
per month
The overall cost of living index in Washington is 154.9, which is 54.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 195.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,156 per year to cover basic expenses.