Cost of Living in Moses Lake, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.2
100 = national avg
+17.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,578
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,913
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing134.7
Food104.9
Transportation109.8
Healthcare103.9
Utilities109.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$939
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,232
per month
The overall cost of living index in Moses Lake is 117.2, which is 17.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 134.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,578 per year to cover basic expenses.