Chico, WA vs Orting, WA

Chico is moderately more affordable than Orting, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Chico scores 141 compared to 149 for Orting, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Orting 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 $2,374/month in Orting — a 27% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Chico has cheaper rent, Orting actually has lower median home values ($452,800 vs $620,300).

Median household income in Chico is $124,700 compared to $120,994 in Orting (+3.1%). 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 23.5% in Orting.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.8°F vs 51.9°F). Orting receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 36.5" in Chico.