Cost of Living in Arlington, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
153.2
100 = national avg
+53.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$67,413
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$159,339
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing210.0
Food114.9
Transportation124.9
Healthcare111.9
Utilities130.9
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 Arlington is 153.2, which is 53.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 210.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $67,413 per year to cover basic expenses.