Cost of Living in Dallesport, WA

With a cost of living index of 108, Dallesport, WA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 8% more expensive than the national average and 12% below the Washington state average of 119. Dallesport is a small community of 1,434 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Dallesport's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,350 (2% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $355,400 (17% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.3x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Dallesport is $67,500, which is 10% 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 Dallesport. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54.4°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 38°F. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches spread over roughly 96 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.