Cost of Living in Stanwood, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
156.8
100 = national avg
+56.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,006
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$163,104
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing213.0
Food116.9
Transportation133.7
Healthcare113.5
Utilities132.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,146
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,501
per month
The overall cost of living index in Stanwood is 156.8, which is 56.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 213.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,006 per year to cover basic expenses.