Cost of Living in Rainier Beach, Seattle, WA

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45%
Overall NAT. AVG.
10%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
120%
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 Rainier Beach Seattle Washington
Cost of living145179119
Groceries110108107
Health care112113109
Housing220326138
Transportation113123112
Utilities111111110
Lifestyle & Entertainment118123112
Household Items106112107
Education & Childcare124133117
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Rainier Beach is 22% higher than the Seattle average
  • The cost of living in Rainier Beach is 45% higher than the national average
  • Rainier Beach housing is 120% 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)
      Household$125,051$10,421$2,918$3,752

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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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