Cost of Living in Dayton, WA

With a cost of living index of 84, Dayton, WA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 16% cheaper than the national average and 35% below the Washington state average of 119. Dayton is a small community of 2,695 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Dayton's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $926 (30% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $223,900 (27% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Dayton is $71,687, which is 5% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 16% 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 Dayton. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54.3°F, with summers averaging 73°F and winters around 37°F. Annual rainfall totals 18.7 inches spread over roughly 109 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.