Cost of Living in Puget Island, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
137.3
100 = national avg
+37.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,433
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$142,841
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing201.0
Food100.0
Transportation100.0
Healthcare100.0
Utilities120.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,021
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,137
per month
The overall cost of living index in Puget Island is 137.3, which is 37.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 201.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,433 per year to cover basic expenses.