Cost of Living in Hobart, WA

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64%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
192%
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 Hobart Washington National
Cost of living164119100
Groceries104107100
Health care108109100
Housing292138100
Transportation111112100
Utilities110110100
Lifestyle & Entertainment113112100
Household Items107107100
Education & Childcare112117100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Hobart is 38% higher than the Washington average
  • The cost of living in Hobart is 64% higher than the national average
  • Hobart housing is 192% 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$174,353$14,529$4,068$5,231
      Renters$97,243$8,104$2,269$2,918
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Hobart, WA, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Hobart homeowners, is $174,353. This would allow for a maximum of $4,068 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $97,243 which would result in a maximum of $2,269 to be spent on rental costs.

      Washington Sales Tax

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

      Washington Income Tax

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      Washington 0% 0%

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      Hobart, WA7,24316463.7%

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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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