Cost of Living in Bethel, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
137.1
100 = national avg
+37.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,310
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$142,552
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing165.6
Food114.4
Transportation128.7
Healthcare111.5
Utilities121.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,548
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,031
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bethel is 137.1, which is 37.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 165.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,310 per year to cover basic expenses.