Cost of Living in White Center, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
157.2
100 = national avg
+57.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,163
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$163,476
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing226.9
Food113.1
Transportation116.9
Healthcare110.4
Utilities133.2
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 White Center is 157.2, which is 57.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 226.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,163 per year to cover basic expenses.