Cost of Living in Kingston, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
150.8
100 = national avg
+50.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,339
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$156,801
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing174.8
Food125.9
Transportation151.9
Healthcare120.7
Utilities130.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,548
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,031
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kingston is 150.8, which is 50.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 174.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,339 per year to cover basic expenses.