Bothell, WA vs Kenmore, WA

Kenmore is moderately more affordable than Bothell, with a 6.3% lower cost of living index. Bothell scores 181 compared to 170 for Kenmore, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bothell can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bothell is $2,295/month compared to $1,944/month in Kenmore — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kenmore is more affordable at $869,800 median vs $871,300.

Median household income in Bothell is $132,232 compared to $137,926 in Kenmore (-4.1%). Kenmore offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bothell spend roughly 20.8% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Kenmore.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.2°F vs 53.2°F). Kenmore receives more rainfall at 37.8" per year compared to 37.8" in Bothell.