Kenmore, WA vs Orting, WA

Orting is moderately more affordable than Kenmore, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Kenmore scores 170 compared to 149 for Orting, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kenmore can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kenmore is $1,944/month compared to $2,374/month in Orting — a 18% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Kenmore has cheaper rent, Orting actually has lower median home values ($452,800 vs $869,800).

Median household income in Kenmore is $137,926 compared to $120,994 in Orting (+14%). The higher salaries in Kenmore partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Kenmore spend roughly 16.9% of their income on rent, less than the 23.5% in Orting.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.2°F vs 51.9°F). Orting receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 37.8" in Kenmore.