Renton, WA vs South Hill, WA

South Hill is moderately more affordable than Renton, with a 8.3% lower cost of living index. Renton scores 150 compared to 138 for South Hill, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Renton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Renton is $1,923/month compared to $1,916/month in South Hill — a 0% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: South Hill is more affordable at $493,800 median vs $631,400.

Median household income in Renton is $96,626 compared to $109,235 in South Hill (-11.5%). South Hill offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Renton spend roughly 23.9% of their income on rent, more than the 21% in South Hill.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.6°F vs 51.9°F). South Hill receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 34.7" in Renton.