Cost of Living in La Center, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
187.3
100 = national avg
+87.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$82,405
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$194,776
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing238.1
Food140.7
Transportation181.3
Healthcare132.5
Utilities152.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,677
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,922
per month
The overall cost of living index in La Center is 187.3, which is 87.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 238.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $82,405 per year to cover basic expenses.