Cost of Living in Palouse, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
123.0
100 = national avg
+23.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,104
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,883
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing111.6
Food121.0
Transportation142.0
Healthcare116.8
Utilities114.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$891
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,169
per month
The overall cost of living index in Palouse is 123.0, which is 23.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 111.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,104 per year to cover basic expenses.