Enumclaw, WA vs Graham, WA

Enumclaw is moderately more affordable than Graham, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Enumclaw scores 131 compared to 144 for Graham, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Graham can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Enumclaw is $1,672/month compared to $2,172/month in Graham — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Enumclaw has cheaper rent, Graham actually has lower median home values ($472,800 vs $498,700).

Median household income in Enumclaw is $116,563 compared to $115,501 in Graham (+0.9%). Enumclaw offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Enumclaw spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, less than the 22.6% in Graham.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.7°F vs 51.9°F). Graham receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 39.3" in Enumclaw.