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Cost of living in Wahkiakum County, WA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,657/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,573 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $965 36%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $376 14%
Groceries $369 14%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $157 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Wahkiakum County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$747
per month
1 bedroom
$965
per month
2 bedroom
$1,068
per month
3 bedroom
$1,497
per month
4 bedroom
$1,777
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wahkiakum County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,091
per year
Individual earnings
$33,039
per year
Per capita
$32,879
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wahkiakum County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$344,500
Annual property tax
$2,084

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wahkiakum 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 Wahkiakum County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.8%

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 Wahkiakum 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 Wahkiakum County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
42.3 min
Drive alone
67.2%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
11.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wahkiakum County

What it costs to live in Wahkiakum County each month.

Single person
$2,657
per month
  • Rent $965
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $376
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,755
per month
  • Rent $1,068
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $604
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,350
per month
  • Rent $1,497
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $604
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Wahkiakum County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wahkiakum County?

In Wahkiakum County, WA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $965 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,068 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,497 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wahkiakum County?

In Wahkiakum County, WA, the average household income is $57,091 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,039 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wahkiakum County?

The estimated cost of living in Wahkiakum County, WA is approximately $2,657 per month for a single person, $3,755 for a couple, $6,350 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wahkiakum County?

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

Is Wahkiakum County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wahkiakum County, WA would need approximately $2,657 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,091 per year ($4,758 per month). Wahkiakum County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Wahkiakum County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wahkiakum County, WA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wahkiakum County?

The average home value in Wahkiakum County, WA is $344,500, with average annual property taxes of $2,084, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wahkiakum 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