Cost of Living in La Grande, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
273.0
100 = national avg
+173.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$120,107
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$283,890
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing311.8
Food200.0
Transportation249.8
Healthcare200.0
Utilities200.0
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 La Grande is 273.0, which is 173.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 311.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $120,107 per year to cover basic expenses.