Cost of Living in Langley, WA

With a cost of living index of 135, Langley, WA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 35% more expensive than the national average and 16% above the Washington state average of 119. Langley is a small community of 1,090 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Langley's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,413 (7% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $670,100 (120% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 9x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Langley is $74,067, which is 1% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 23% 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 Langley. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.4°F, with summers averaging 62°F and winters around 41°F. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches spread over roughly 178 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.