Cost of Living in Anacortes, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
161.3
100 = national avg
+61.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,986
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$167,785
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing232.2
Food118.6
Transportation109.5
Healthcare114.9
Utilities137.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,311
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,720
per month
The overall cost of living index in Anacortes is 161.3, which is 61.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 232.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,986 per year to cover basic expenses.