Cost of Living in Oakesdale, WA

With a cost of living index of 76, Oakesdale, WA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 24% cheaper than the national average and 43% below the Washington state average of 119. Oakesdale is a small community of 414 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Oakesdale's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $742 (44% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $199,000 (35% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Oakesdale is $75,625, which is 1% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 12% 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 Oakesdale. The area sees an average annual temperature of 45°F, with summers averaging 62°F and winters around 29°F. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches spread over roughly 115 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.