Bingen, WA vs Kingston, WA

Bingen, WA and Kingston, WA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.7% difference in their overall index. Bingen scores 114 while Kingston scores 115 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 Bingen is $1,631/month compared to $1,338/month in Kingston — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Kingston has cheaper rent, Bingen actually has lower median home values ($333,600 vs $448,600).

Median household income in Bingen is $82,000 compared to $99,345 in Kingston (-17.5%). While Kingston is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bingen spend roughly 23.9% of their income on rent, more than the 16.2% in Kingston.

Climate-wise, Bingen is notably warmer with an average of 54.4°F compared to 51.4°F in Kingston. Kingston receives more rainfall at 33.4" per year compared to 13.7" in Bingen.