Cost of Living in Ferndale, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.5
100 = national avg
+42.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,693
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,183
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing190.2
Food114.1
Transportation105.3
Healthcare111.3
Utilities126.5
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 Ferndale is 142.5, which is 42.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 190.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,693 per year to cover basic expenses.