Mukilteo, WA vs North Bend, WA

Mukilteo, WA and North Bend, WA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.7% difference in their overall index. Mukilteo scores 172 while North Bend scores 175 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 Mukilteo is $2,127/month compared to $1,943/month in North Bend — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while North Bend has cheaper rent, Mukilteo actually has lower median home values ($830,000 vs $933,700).

Median household income in Mukilteo is $122,612 compared to $180,663 in North Bend (-32.1%). While North Bend is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Mukilteo spend roughly 20.8% of their income on rent, more than the 12.9% in North Bend.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.4°F vs 53.6°F). North Bend receives more rainfall at 34.7" per year compared to 33.4" in Mukilteo.