Barberton, WA vs Frederickson, WA

Barberton, WA and Frederickson, WA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.2% difference in their overall index. Barberton scores 146 while Frederickson scores 151 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Barberton is $1,956/month compared to $2,429/month in Frederickson — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Barberton has cheaper rent, Frederickson actually has lower median home values ($455,900 vs $598,500).

Median household income in Barberton is $121,524 compared to $107,241 in Frederickson (+13.3%). Barberton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Barberton spend roughly 19.3% of their income on rent, less than the 27.2% in Frederickson.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 51.9°F). Frederickson receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 37.5" in Barberton.