Cost of Living in Cascade Valley, WA

With a cost of living index of 82, Cascade Valley, WA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 18% cheaper than the national average and 37% below the Washington state average of 119. Cascade Valley is a small community of 3,824 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Cascade Valley's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,192 (10% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $101,100 (67% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.1x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Cascade Valley is $48,862, which is 35% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 29% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. 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 Cascade Valley. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50.9°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 32°F. Annual rainfall totals 7.8 inches spread over roughly 74 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.