Cost of Living in Ahtanum, WA

With a cost of living index of 103, Ahtanum, WA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 3% more expensive than the national average and 16% below the Washington state average of 119. Ahtanum is a small community of 3,570 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Ahtanum's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,486 (13% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $293,000 (4% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.6x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Ahtanum is $82,188, which is 9% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 22% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Ahtanum. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50.8°F, with summers averaging 69°F and winters around 33°F. Annual rainfall totals 8 inches spread over roughly 72 days.

Everyday prices in the Yakima, WA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.