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Cost of living in Grays Harbor County, WA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,766/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 76,397 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $902 33%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $478 17%
Groceries $369 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $157 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Grays Harbor County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$798
per month
1 bedroom
$902
per month
2 bedroom
$1,164
per month
3 bedroom
$1,631
per month
4 bedroom
$1,821
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Grays Harbor County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,539
per year
Individual earnings
$39,291
per year
Per capita
$33,763
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Grays Harbor County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$279,500
Annual property tax
$2,441

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Grays Harbor County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$109
per month · 11.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$48
per month
Annual total
$1,884
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Grays Harbor County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.2%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Grays Harbor County

State and local tax rates for Washington.

No state income tax
Washington does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.5%
Combined sales tax
10.2%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Grays Harbor County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.5 min
Drive alone
75.7%
Public transit
1.7%
Work from home
9.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Grays Harbor County

What it costs to live in Grays Harbor County each month.

Single person
$2,766
per month
  • Rent $902
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $478
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,027
per month
  • Rent $1,164
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $710
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,660
per month
  • Rent $1,631
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $710
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Grays Harbor County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Grays Harbor County?

In Grays Harbor County, WA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $902 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,164 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,631 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Grays Harbor County?

In Grays Harbor County, WA, the average household income is $63,539 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,291 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Grays Harbor County?

The estimated cost of living in Grays Harbor County, WA is approximately $2,766 per month for a single person, $4,027 for a couple, $6,660 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Grays Harbor County?

The combined sales tax rate in Grays Harbor County, WA is 10.23%, which includes the Washington state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 3.73%.

Is Grays Harbor County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Grays Harbor County, WA would need approximately $2,766 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,539 per year ($5,295 per month). Grays Harbor County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Grays Harbor County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Grays Harbor County, WA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Grays Harbor County?

The average home value in Grays Harbor County, WA is $279,500, with average annual property taxes of $2,441, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Grays Harbor County compare to other areas?

You can compare Grays Harbor County, WA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Grays Harbor County is in the Aberdeen, WA metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources