East Port Orchard, WA vs Ferndale, WA

East Port Orchard, WA and Ferndale, WA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.4% difference in their overall index. East Port Orchard scores 119 while Ferndale scores 121 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 East Port Orchard is $1,632/month compared to $1,461/month in Ferndale — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ferndale has cheaper rent, East Port Orchard actually has lower median home values ($394,100 vs $492,400).

Median household income in East Port Orchard is $72,639 compared to $83,839 in Ferndale (-13.4%). While Ferndale is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of East Port Orchard spend roughly 27% of their income on rent, more than the 20.9% in Ferndale.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.8°F vs 51.2°F). East Port Orchard receives more rainfall at 36.5" per year compared to 34.7" in Ferndale.