Spokane, WA vs Longview, WA

Spokane, WA and Longview, WA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.2% difference in their overall index. Spokane scores 97 while Longview scores 96 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 Spokane is $1,141/month compared to $1,119/month in Longview — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Longview has cheaper rent, Spokane actually has lower median home values ($326,200 vs $339,000).

Median household income in Spokane is $65,745 compared to $60,844 in Longview (+8.1%). While Spokane is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Spokane spend roughly 20.8% of their income on rent, less than the 22.1% in Longview.

Climate-wise, Longview is notably warmer with an average of 53°F compared to 49.8°F in Spokane. Longview receives more rainfall at 42.3" per year compared to 17.4" in Spokane.