Cost of Living in Merdian, Bellingham, WA

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23%
Overall NAT. AVG.
6%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
48%
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 Merdian Bellingham Washington
Cost of living123137119
Groceries106106107
Health care109109109
Housing148195138
Transportation115115112
Utilities112112110
Lifestyle & Entertainment117117112
Household Items110110107
Education & Childcare120120117
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Merdian is 4% higher than the Bellingham average
  • The cost of living in Merdian is 23% higher than the national average
  • Merdian housing is 48% 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)
      Household$72,380$6,032$1,689$2,172

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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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