Cost of Living in Fort Lewis, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.6
100 = national avg
+42.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,758
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,338
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing234.6
Food92.0
Transportation83.9
Healthcare93.6
Utilities122.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,605
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,971
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Lewis is 142.6, which is 42.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 234.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,758 per year to cover basic expenses.