Cost of Living in Kennewick, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
119.9
100 = national avg
+19.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,763
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$124,712
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing146.1
Food105.7
Transportation96.7
Healthcare104.6
Utilities112.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,268
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,538
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kennewick is 119.9, which is 19.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 146.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,763 per year to cover basic expenses.