Cost of Living in Mansfield, WA

With a cost of living index of 62, Mansfield, WA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 38% cheaper than the national average and 58% below the Washington state average of 119. Mansfield is a small community of 344 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Mansfield's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $394 (70% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $171,500 (44% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Mansfield is $57,143, which is 24% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 8% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Mansfield. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.5°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 31°F. Annual rainfall totals 7.6 inches spread over roughly 71 days.

Everyday prices in the Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, 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.