Cost of Living in Cusick, WA

With a cost of living index of 73, Cusick, WA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 27% cheaper than the national average and 47% below the Washington state average of 119. Cusick is a small community of 170 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Cusick's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $850 (36% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $113,900 (63% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.9x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Cusick is $60,417, which is 20% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. 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 Cusick. 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.

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.