Cost of Living in Shelton, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.8
100 = national avg
+14.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,530
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,434
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing144.6
Food96.3
Transportation103.5
Healthcare97.0
Utilities106.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,032
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,354
per month
The overall cost of living index in Shelton is 114.8, which is 14.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 144.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,530 per year to cover basic expenses.