Chelan, WA vs Lakeland South, WA

Chelan is moderately more affordable than Lakeland South, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Chelan scores 115 compared to 130 for Lakeland South, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lakeland South can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chelan is $1,447/month compared to $1,558/month in Lakeland South — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chelan is more affordable at $428,200 median vs $530,900.

Median household income in Chelan is $71,996 compared to $105,273 in Lakeland South (-31.6%). While Lakeland South is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chelan spend roughly 24.1% of their income on rent, more than the 17.8% in Lakeland South.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.2°F vs 53.7°F). Lakeland South receives more rainfall at 39.3" per year compared to 7.8" in Chelan.