Edmonds, WA vs Five Corners, WA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Five Corners is 24.7% cheaper than Edmonds. With a cost index of 132 vs 164, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Five Corners to Edmonds should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Edmonds is $1,850/month compared to $1,948/month in Five Corners — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Edmonds has cheaper rent, Five Corners actually has lower median home values ($432,800 vs $840,200).

Median household income in Edmonds is $116,095 compared to $102,423 in Five Corners (+13.3%). The higher salaries in Edmonds partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Edmonds spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, less than the 22.8% in Five Corners.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.4°F vs 54°F). Five Corners receives more rainfall at 37.5" per year compared to 33.4" in Edmonds.