Cost of Living in Port Townsend, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
124.2
100 = national avg
+24.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,633
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$129,132
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing175.2
Food95.9
Transportation91.7
Healthcare96.7
Utilities112.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,165
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,367
per month
The overall cost of living index in Port Townsend is 124.2, which is 24.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 175.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,633 per year to cover basic expenses.