Lacey, WA vs Maple Valley, WA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Lacey is 21.1% cheaper than Maple Valley. With a cost index of 127 vs 161, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Lacey to Maple Valley should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lacey is $1,805/month compared to $2,189/month in Maple Valley — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lacey is more affordable at $427,900 median vs $672,000.

Median household income in Lacey is $87,277 compared to $147,546 in Maple Valley (-40.8%). While Maple Valley is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lacey spend roughly 24.8% of their income on rent, more than the 17.8% in Maple Valley.

Climate-wise, Maple Valley is notably warmer with an average of 53.6°F compared to 50.5°F in Lacey. Lacey receives more rainfall at 50.6" per year compared to 34.7" in Maple Valley.