Cost of Living in Coupeville, WA

With a cost of living index of 109, Coupeville, WA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 9% more expensive than the national average and 11% below the Washington state average of 119. Coupeville is a small community of 1,934 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Coupeville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,009 (24% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $495,400 (62% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 7.4x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Coupeville is $66,696, which is 11% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 18% 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 Coupeville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.1°F, with summers averaging 61°F and winters around 44°F. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches spread over roughly 148 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.