Cle Elum, WA vs Satsop, WA

Satsop is moderately more affordable than Cle Elum, with a 6% lower cost of living index. Cle Elum scores 101 compared to 96 for Satsop, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cle Elum can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cle Elum is $1,075/month compared to $919/month in Satsop — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Satsop is more affordable at $367,700 median vs $379,300.

Median household income in Cle Elum is $56,912 compared to $60,643 in Satsop (-6.2%). Satsop offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Cle Elum spend roughly 22.7% of their income on rent, more than the 18.2% in Satsop.

Climate-wise, Satsop is notably warmer with an average of 51°F compared to 42.4°F in Cle Elum. Cle Elum receives more rainfall at 85" per year compared to 68.8" in Satsop.