Brewster, WA vs Curlew Lake, WA

Curlew Lake is moderately more affordable than Brewster, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. Brewster scores 87 compared to 76 for Curlew Lake, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Brewster can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Brewster is $1,036/month compared to $543/month in Curlew Lake — a 91% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Curlew Lake has cheaper rent, Brewster actually has lower median home values ($237,800 vs $265,200).

Median household income in Brewster is $52,885 compared to $55,592 in Curlew Lake (-4.9%). Curlew Lake offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Brewster spend roughly 23.5% of their income on rent, more than the 11.7% in Curlew Lake.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.9°F vs 49.9°F). Curlew Lake receives more rainfall at 11.6" per year compared to 11.6" in Brewster.