Cost of Living in Lacey, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
153.2
100 = national avg
+53.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$67,399
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$159,306
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing203.5
Food116.7
Transportation133.4
Healthcare113.4
Utilities130.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,682
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,960
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lacey is 153.2, which is 53.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 203.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $67,399 per year to cover basic expenses.