Cost of Living in Kalama, WA

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22%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
53%
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 Kalama Washington National
Cost of living122119100
Groceries105107100
Health care110109100
Housing153138100
Transportation112112100
Utilities111110100
Lifestyle & Entertainment109112100
Household Items104107100
Education & Childcare112117100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Kalama is 3% higher than the Washington average
  • The cost of living in Kalama is 22% higher than the national average
  • Kalama housing is 53% 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$115,180$9,598$2,687$3,456
      Renters$0$0$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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