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Cost of living in Pacific County, WA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,632/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 23,750 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $859 33%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $457 17%
Groceries $369 14%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $157 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Pacific County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$773
per month
1 bedroom
$859
per month
2 bedroom
$1,105
per month
3 bedroom
$1,488
per month
4 bedroom
$1,856
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pacific County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,350
per year
Individual earnings
$37,993
per year
Per capita
$40,128
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pacific County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$274,000
Annual property tax
$2,250

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pacific 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 Pacific County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.4%

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 Pacific 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 Pacific County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.8 min
Drive alone
65.3%
Public transit
0.6%
Work from home
14.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pacific County

What it costs to live in Pacific County each month.

Single person
$2,632
per month
  • Rent $859
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $457
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,878
per month
  • Rent $1,105
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $690
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,427
per month
  • Rent $1,488
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $690
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Pacific County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pacific County?

In Pacific County, WA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $859 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,105 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,488 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pacific County?

In Pacific County, WA, the average household income is $62,350 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,993 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pacific County?

The estimated cost of living in Pacific County, WA is approximately $2,632 per month for a single person, $3,878 for a couple, $6,427 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pacific County?

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

Is Pacific County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pacific County, WA would need approximately $2,632 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,350 per year ($5,196 per month). Pacific County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Pacific County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pacific County, WA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pacific County?

The average home value in Pacific County, WA is $274,000, with average annual property taxes of $2,250, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pacific County compare to other areas?

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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