Kingston, WA vs Roslyn, WA

Kingston is moderately more affordable than Roslyn, with a 8.2% lower cost of living index. Kingston scores 115 compared to 125 for Roslyn, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Roslyn can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kingston is $1,338/month compared to $1,639/month in Roslyn — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kingston is more affordable at $448,600 median vs $464,100.

Median household income in Kingston is $99,345 compared to $82,386 in Roslyn (+20.6%). Kingston offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Kingston spend roughly 16.2% of their income on rent, less than the 23.9% in Roslyn.

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