Cost of Living in Chelan, WA

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26%
Overall NAT. AVG.
7%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
64%
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 Chelan Washington National
Cost of living126119100
Groceries107107100
Health care108109100
Housing164138100
Transportation111112100
Utilities106110100
Lifestyle & Entertainment110112100
Household Items108107100
Education & Childcare116117100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Chelan is 6% higher than the Washington average
  • The cost of living in Chelan is 26% higher than the national average
  • Chelan housing is 64% 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$101,730$8,478$2,374$3,052
      Renters$77,181$6,432$1,801$2,316
      To approximate the cost of living and the housing affordability in Chelan, WA, we can look at the percentage of income that is available to be spent on monthly housing, otherwise known as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). To stay on the safe side, a consumer should not spend more than 28% of his or her gross income on housing-related expenses and costs and not more than 36% of income on all expenses and debts. Homeowners in Chelan have a median income of $101,730. Therefore, the amount that a consumer should spend on housing costs should be no more than $2,374 per month to avoid calamity and poverty. The renters in the city have an income of about $77,181, which would make their monthly maximum allowable rental costs $1,801.

      Washington Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Washington 6.5% 10.4%

      Washington Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Washington 0% 0%

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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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