Cost of Living in Hamilton, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.1
100 = national avg
-13.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,892
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,563
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.4
Food78.4
Transportation56.8
Healthcare82.7
Utilities89.9
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 Hamilton is 86.1, which is 13.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,892 per year to cover basic expenses.