Cost of Living in Ames Lake, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
273.4
100 = national avg
+173.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$120,303
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$284,353
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food170.4
Transportation240.8
Healthcare156.3
Utilities200.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,146
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,501
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ames Lake is 273.4, which is 173.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $120,303 per year to cover basic expenses.