Cost of Living in Ruston, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
211.7
100 = national avg
+111.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$93,164
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$220,206
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing326.5
Food137.1
Transportation140.2
Healthcare129.7
Utilities167.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,605
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,971
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ruston is 211.7, which is 111.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 326.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $93,164 per year to cover basic expenses.