Easton, WA vs Port Ludlow, WA

Port Ludlow is moderately more affordable than Easton, with a 11.8% lower cost of living index. Easton scores 161 compared to 144 for Port Ludlow, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Easton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Easton is $1,917/month compared to $1,909/month in Port Ludlow — a 0% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Port Ludlow is more affordable at $590,500 median vs $793,800.

Median household income in Easton is $115,836 compared to $92,245 in Port Ludlow (+25.6%). While Easton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Easton spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, less than the 24.8% in Port Ludlow.

Climate-wise, Port Ludlow is notably warmer with an average of 51.4°F compared to 42.4°F in Easton. Easton receives more rainfall at 85" per year compared to 33.4" in Port Ludlow.