Cost of Living in Bay Center, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
155.1
100 = national avg
+55.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,255
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$161,330
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing242.7
Food102.6
Transportation105.2
Healthcare102.1
Utilities130.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$926
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,134
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bay Center is 155.1, which is 55.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 242.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,255 per year to cover basic expenses.