Cost of Living in Dollars Corner, WA

With a cost of living index of 124, Dollars Corner, WA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 24% more expensive than the national average and 5% above the Washington state average of 119. Dollars Corner is a small community of 510 residents.

The median household income in Dollars Corner is $84,118, which is 12% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they do not fully offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Dollars Corner. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54°F, with summers averaging 67°F and winters around 42°F. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches spread over roughly 163 days.

Everyday prices in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.