Cost of Living in Newcastle, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
257.5
100 = national avg
+157.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$113,300
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$267,800
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing385.5
Food174.3
Transportation154.6
Healthcare159.5
Utilities200.0
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 Newcastle is 257.5, which is 157.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 385.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $113,300 per year to cover basic expenses.