Cost of Living in Moses Lake North, WA

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2%
Overall NAT. AVG.
7%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
27%
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 Moses Lake North Washington National
Cost of living98119100
Groceries107107100
Health care108109100
Housing73138100
Transportation111112100
Utilities106110100
Lifestyle & Entertainment110112100
Household Items108107100
Education & Childcare116117100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Moses Lake North is 17% lower than the Washington average
  • The cost of living in Moses Lake North is 2% lower than the national average
  • Moses Lake North housing is 27% 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$136,698$11,392$3,189$4,101
      Renters$49,672$4,139$1,159$1,490
      The percentage of monthly income spent on housing related expenses can help predict the affordability of housing in Moses Lake North, WA, as well as what the overall cost of living might be. Generally, a good rule to follow is that the debt-to-income (DTI) level you want to maintain is 28 percent or less of your income on your rent or mortgage payments and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses and debts. In Moses Lake North, homeowners have a median income of $136,698. Using that number, a maximum of $3,189 per month should be allocated to housing expenses. For those who are renting instead of owning, the median income is $49,672, which means there is a maximum of $1,159 to be spent on the costs of renting a home or apartment.

      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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      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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