Cost of Living in Airway Heights, WA

With a cost of living index of 99, Airway Heights, WA is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% cheaper than the national average and 21% below the Washington state average of 119. Airway Heights is a smaller community of 10,766 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Airway Heights's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,313 (0% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $286,900 (6% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Airway Heights is $64,659, which is 14% 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.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Airway Heights. The area sees an average annual temperature of 48.6°F, with summers averaging 68°F and winters around 31°F. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches spread over roughly 113 days.

Everyday prices in the Spokane-Spokane Valley, 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.