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Cost of living in Everett, Washington

Snohomish County, WA

Part of the Seattle Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$4,398/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 834,648 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $2,293 52%
Federal tax $789 18%
Healthcare $480 11%
Groceries $369 8%
Transport $250 6%
Energy $157 4%
Water $60 1%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Everett

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$2,238
per month
1 bedroom
$2,293
per month
2 bedroom
$2,671
per month
3 bedroom
$3,521
per month
4 bedroom
$4,104
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Everett

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$107,982
per year
Individual earnings
$58,276
per year
Per capita
$51,836
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Everett

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$644,600
Annual property tax
$5,121

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Everett

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 Everett

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.1%

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 Everett

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 Everett

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.2 min
Drive alone
66.6%
Public transit
3.1%
Work from home
18.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Everett

What it costs to live in Everett each month.

Single person
$4,398
per month
  • Rent $2,293
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $789
  • State tax $0
Couple
$6,192
per month
  • Rent $2,671
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,438
  • State tax $0
Family
$9,208
per month
  • Rent $3,521
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,438
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Everett

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Everett?

In Everett, Washington, a one-bedroom apartment averages $2,293 per month, a two-bedroom averages $2,671 per month, a three-bedroom averages $3,521 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Everett?

In Everett, Washington, the average household income is $107,982 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $58,276 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Everett?

The estimated cost of living in Everett, Washington is approximately $4,398 per month for a single person, $6,192 for a couple, $9,208 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Everett?

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

Is Everett an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Everett, Washington would need approximately $4,398 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $107,982 per year ($8,999 per month). Everett is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Everett?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Everett, Washington is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Everett?

The average home value in Everett, Washington is $644,600, with average annual property taxes of $5,121, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Everett compare to other areas?

You can compare Everett, Washington with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Everett is in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, 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