Cost of Living in Black Diamond, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
230.5
100 = national avg
+130.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$101,440
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$239,768
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing307.0
Food160.6
Transportation221.2
Healthcare148.5
Utilities177.8
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 Black Diamond is 230.5, which is 130.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 307.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $101,440 per year to cover basic expenses.