Cost of Living in Lake Stevens, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
195.8
100 = national avg
+95.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$86,139
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$203,601
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing261.6
Food140.4
Transportation180.8
Healthcare132.3
Utilities156.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,146
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,501
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lake Stevens is 195.8, which is 95.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 261.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $86,139 per year to cover basic expenses.