Clarkston Heights-Vineland, WA vs Port Angeles, WA

Clarkston Heights-Vineland is moderately more affordable than Port Angeles, with a 7.7% lower cost of living index. Clarkston Heights-Vineland scores 91 compared to 99 for Port Angeles, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Port Angeles can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clarkston Heights-Vineland is $1,056/month compared to $1,134/month in Port Angeles — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Clarkston Heights-Vineland has cheaper rent, Port Angeles actually has lower median home values ($324,800 vs $342,700).

Median household income in Clarkston Heights-Vineland is $89,628 compared to $61,640 in Port Angeles (+45.4%). Clarkston Heights-Vineland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clarkston Heights-Vineland spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, less than the 22.1% in Port Angeles.

Climate-wise, Clarkston Heights-Vineland is notably warmer with an average of 53.8°F compared to 48.5°F in Port Angeles. Port Angeles receives more rainfall at 29.4" per year compared to 12.9" in Clarkston Heights-Vineland.