Federal Way, WA vs Marysville, WA

Federal Way, WA and Marysville, WA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Federal Way scores 133 while Marysville scores 139 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 Federal Way is $1,738/month compared to $1,863/month in Marysville — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Federal Way is more affordable at $499,600 median vs $521,500.

Median household income in Federal Way is $82,144 compared to $100,362 in Marysville (-18.2%). While Marysville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Federal Way spend roughly 25.4% of their income on rent, more than the 22.3% in Marysville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.7°F vs 51.4°F). Federal Way receives more rainfall at 39.3" per year compared to 33.4" in Marysville.