Chico, WA vs Easton, WA

Chico is moderately more affordable than Easton, with a 12.4% lower cost of living index. Chico scores 141 compared to 161 for Easton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Easton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chico is $1,724/month compared to $1,917/month in Easton — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chico is more affordable at $620,300 median vs $793,800.

Median household income in Chico is $124,700 compared to $115,836 in Easton (+7.7%). Chico offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chico spend roughly 16.6% of their income on rent, less than the 19.9% in Easton.

Climate-wise, Chico is notably warmer with an average of 53.8°F compared to 42.4°F in Easton. Easton receives more rainfall at 85" per year compared to 36.5" in Chico.