Cost of Living in Bow, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
130.2
100 = national avg
+30.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,282
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$135,393
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing186.5
Food101.2
Transportation83.1
Healthcare101.0
Utilities118.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,311
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,720
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bow is 130.2, which is 30.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 186.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,282 per year to cover basic expenses.