Lynnwood, WA vs Port Orchard, WA

Port Orchard is moderately more affordable than Lynnwood, with a 8.4% lower cost of living index. Lynnwood scores 142 compared to 131 for Port Orchard, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lynnwood can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lynnwood is $1,675/month compared to $1,760/month in Port Orchard — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lynnwood has cheaper rent, Port Orchard actually has lower median home values ($492,000 vs $635,800).

Median household income in Lynnwood is $76,439 compared to $81,472 in Port Orchard (-6.2%). Port Orchard offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lynnwood spend roughly 26.3% of their income on rent, more than the 25.9% in Port Orchard.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.4°F vs 53.8°F). Port Orchard receives more rainfall at 36.5" per year compared to 33.4" in Lynnwood.