Cost of Living in Bellingham, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
140.9
100 = national avg
+40.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,003
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$146,552
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing209.8
Food100.3
Transportation100.6
Healthcare100.2
Utilities122.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,493
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,794
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bellingham is 140.9, which is 40.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 209.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,003 per year to cover basic expenses.