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2%
Overall NAT. AVG.
7%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
17%
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 Garfield Washington National
Cost of living102119100
Groceries107107100
Health care106109100
Housing83138100
Transportation109112100
Utilities110110100
Lifestyle & Entertainment113112100
Household Items106107100
Education & Childcare117117100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Garfield is 14% lower than the Washington average
  • The cost of living in Garfield is 2% higher than the national average
  • Garfield housing is 17% lower 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$89,754$7,480$2,094$2,693
      Renters$34,633$2,886$808$1,039

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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.