Cost of Living in Chelan, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.9
100 = national avg
+32.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,497
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,265
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing177.0
Food105.0
Transportation110.1
Healthcare104.0
Utilities118.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,143
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,500
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chelan is 132.9, which is 32.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 177.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,497 per year to cover basic expenses.