Brinnon, WA vs Colton, WA

Colton is moderately more affordable than Brinnon, with a 14.1% lower cost of living index. Brinnon scores 100 compared to 87 for Colton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Brinnon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Brinnon is $1,301/month compared to $825/month in Colton — a 58% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Colton has cheaper rent, Brinnon actually has lower median home values ($276,900 vs $302,900).

Median household income in Brinnon is $57,708 compared to $97,188 in Colton (-40.6%). Colton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Brinnon spend roughly 27.1% of their income on rent, more than the 10.2% in Colton.

Climate-wise, Brinnon is notably warmer with an average of 53.8°F compared to 48.6°F in Colton. Brinnon receives more rainfall at 36.5" per year compared to 17.5" in Colton.