Cost of Living in Kahlotus, WA: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 88, Kahlotus, WA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 12% cheaper than the national average and 31% below the Washington state average of 119. Kahlotus is a small community of 171 residents.

The median household income in Kahlotus is $91,042, which is 21% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Kahlotus. The area sees an average annual temperature of 53.3°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 7.6 inches spread over roughly 77 days.

Everyday prices in the Kennewick-Richland, 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.

Everyday Prices in Kahlotus

BLS Average Prices for the Kennewick-Richland, WA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

⛽

$3.22

Gasoline (regular)

per gallon

+5% vs US

🥚

$2.62

Eggs (grade A, large)

per dozen

+5% vs US

🥛

$4.22

Milk (whole)

per gallon

+5% vs US

🍞

$1.94

Bread (white)

per lb

+5% vs US

🍗

$4.35

Chicken breast

per lb

+5% vs US

⚡

$0.16

Electricity

per kWh

-18% vs US

Climate in Kahlotus

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

53.3°F

Avg Temperature

7.6"

Rainfall / Year

77d

Rainy Days / Year

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	41	49	59	67	77	83	93	91	81	66	50	41
Avg °F	35	38	46	53	61	68	75	73	64	52	41	34
Low °F	28	28	33	38	46	53	57	56	48	38	32	27
Rain"	1.0	0.6	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.6	0.2	0.3	0.3	0.7	0.9	1.0

Cost of Living in Kahlotus, WA