Cathlamet, WA vs Kettle Falls, WA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Kettle Falls is 28.2% cheaper than Cathlamet. With a cost index of 77 vs 99, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Kettle Falls to Cathlamet should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Cathlamet is $1,050/month compared to $807/month in Kettle Falls — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kettle Falls is more affordable at $215,100 median vs $364,900.

Median household income in Cathlamet is $57,750 compared to $49,750 in Kettle Falls (+16.1%). The higher salaries in Cathlamet partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Cathlamet spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, more than the 19.5% in Kettle Falls.

Climate-wise, Cathlamet is notably warmer with an average of 51.4°F compared to 45.6°F in Kettle Falls. Cathlamet receives more rainfall at 70.3" per year compared to 22.5" in Kettle Falls.