Port Ludlow, WA vs Stanwood, WA

Stanwood is moderately more affordable than Port Ludlow, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Port Ludlow scores 144 compared to 134 for Stanwood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Port Ludlow can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Port Ludlow is $1,909/month compared to $1,625/month in Stanwood — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Stanwood is more affordable at $547,400 median vs $590,500.

Median household income in Port Ludlow is $92,245 compared to $87,477 in Stanwood (+5.5%). The higher salaries in Port Ludlow partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Port Ludlow spend roughly 24.8% of their income on rent, more than the 22.3% in Stanwood.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.4°F vs 52.1°F). Port Ludlow receives more rainfall at 33.4" per year compared to 19.9" in Stanwood.