Dallesport, WA vs Montesano, WA

Montesano is moderately more affordable than Dallesport, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Dallesport scores 108 compared to 101 for Montesano, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Dallesport can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dallesport is $1,350/month compared to $1,201/month in Montesano — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Montesano is more affordable at $331,300 median vs $355,400.

Median household income in Dallesport is $67,500 compared to $65,938 in Montesano (+2.4%). Dallesport does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Dallesport spend roughly 24% of their income on rent, more than the 21.9% in Montesano.

Climate-wise, Dallesport is notably warmer with an average of 54.4°F compared to 51°F in Montesano. Montesano receives more rainfall at 68.8" per year compared to 13.7" in Dallesport.