Dayton, WA vs Wilbur, WA

Dayton, WA and Wilbur, WA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Dayton scores 84 while Wilbur scores 80 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 Dayton is $926/month compared to $817/month in Wilbur — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wilbur is more affordable at $220,700 median vs $223,900.

Median household income in Dayton is $71,687 compared to $54,821 in Wilbur (+30.8%). While Dayton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dayton spend roughly 15.5% of their income on rent, less than the 17.9% in Wilbur.

Climate-wise, Dayton is notably warmer with an average of 54.3°F compared to 50.9°F in Wilbur. Dayton receives more rainfall at 18.7" per year compared to 7.8" in Wilbur.