Cost of Living in Olympia, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.3
100 = national avg
+42.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,610
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,987
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing193.1
Food108.8
Transportation117.6
Healthcare107.0
Utilities123.9
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 Olympia is 142.3, which is 42.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 193.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,610 per year to cover basic expenses.