Cost of Living in Yakima, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.5
100 = national avg
+3.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,532
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,621
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing124.8
Food95.3
Transportation80.5
Healthcare96.2
Utilities102.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,047
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,374
per month
The overall cost of living index in Yakima is 103.5, which is 3.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 124.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,532 per year to cover basic expenses.