Maplewood, WA vs Southworth, WA

Maplewood, WA and Southworth, WA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.1% difference in their overall index. Maplewood scores 153 while Southworth scores 150 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 Maplewood is $1,970/month compared to $2,013/month in Southworth — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Maplewood has cheaper rent, Southworth actually has lower median home values ($625,900 vs $657,400).

Median household income in Maplewood is $129,659 compared to $123,842 in Southworth (+4.7%). While Maplewood is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Maplewood spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, less than the 19.5% in Southworth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.9°F vs 53.8°F). Maplewood receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 36.5" in Southworth.