Curlew Lake, WA vs Kettle Falls, WA

Curlew Lake, WA and Kettle Falls, WA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.2% difference in their overall index. Curlew Lake scores 76 while Kettle Falls scores 77 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Curlew Lake is $543/month compared to $807/month in Kettle Falls — a 33% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Curlew Lake has cheaper rent, Kettle Falls actually has lower median home values ($215,100 vs $265,200).

Median household income in Curlew Lake is $55,592 compared to $49,750 in Kettle Falls (+11.7%). Curlew Lake offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Curlew Lake spend roughly 11.7% of their income on rent, less than the 19.5% in Kettle Falls.

Climate-wise, Curlew Lake is notably warmer with an average of 49.9°F compared to 45.6°F in Kettle Falls. Kettle Falls receives more rainfall at 22.5" per year compared to 11.6" in Curlew Lake.