Cost of Living in Barstow, WA

With a cost of living index of 96, Barstow, WA is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 4% cheaper than the national average and 24% below the Washington state average of 119. Barstow is a small community of 76 residents.

The median household income in Barstow is $62,232, which is 17% lower than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Barstow. The area sees an average annual temperature of 45.6°F, with summers averaging 63°F and winters around 28°F. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches spread over roughly 124 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.