Colfax, WA vs Sequim, WA

Colfax is moderately more affordable than Sequim, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Colfax scores 88 compared to 102 for Sequim, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sequim can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Colfax is $986/month compared to $1,094/month in Sequim — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Colfax is more affordable at $246,300 median vs $382,400.

Median household income in Colfax is $56,929 compared to $52,977 in Sequim (+7.5%). Colfax offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Colfax spend roughly 20.8% of their income on rent, less than the 24.8% in Sequim.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.6°F vs 48.5°F). Sequim receives more rainfall at 29.4" per year compared to 17.5" in Colfax.