Cost of Living in Santiago, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.7
100 = national avg
+2.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,184
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,799
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing93.5
Food105.7
Transportation111.5
Healthcare104.6
Utilities102.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$927
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,216
per month
The overall cost of living index in Santiago is 102.7, which is 2.7% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,184 per year to cover basic expenses.