Cost of Living in Aberdeen, WA

With a cost of living index of 87, Aberdeen, WA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 13% cheaper than the national average and 32% below the Washington state average of 119. Aberdeen is a smaller community of 17,040 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Aberdeen's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,024 (22% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $225,100 (26% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.3x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Aberdeen is $52,181, which is 31% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 24% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Aberdeen. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51°F, with summers averaging 59°F and winters around 43°F. Annual rainfall totals 68.8 inches spread over roughly 190 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.