Cost of Living in Alder, WA

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30%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
82%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Alder Washington National
Cost of living130119100
Groceries105107100
Health care107109100
Housing182138100
Transportation107112100
Utilities112110100
Lifestyle & Entertainment112112100
Household Items107107100
Education & Childcare111117100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Alder is 10% higher than the Washington average
  • The cost of living in Alder is 30% higher than the national average
  • Alder housing is 82% higher than the national average
  • Washington general sales tax is 27% higher than the national average
  • Washington state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$155,730$12,978$3,633$4,672
      Renters$0$0$0$0

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      Washington 6.5% 10.4%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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