Cost of Living in North Puyallup, WA

With a cost of living index of 99, North Puyallup, WA is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% cheaper than the national average and 20% below the Washington state average of 119. North Puyallup is a small community of 1,363 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in North Puyallup's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,051 (20% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $335,500 (10% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in North Puyallup is $81,063, which is 8% higher 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 North Puyallup. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.9°F, with summers averaging 63°F and winters around 42°F. Annual rainfall totals 42 inches spread over roughly 168 days.

Everyday prices in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, 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.