Cost of Living in Port Hadlock-Irondale, WA

With a cost of living index of 104, Port Hadlock-Irondale, WA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 4% more expensive than the national average and 15% below the Washington state average of 119. Port Hadlock-Irondale is a small community of 3,695 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Port Hadlock-Irondale's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,263 (4% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $342,800 (12% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.7x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Port Hadlock-Irondale is $73,558, which is 2% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 21% 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 Port Hadlock-Irondale. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.1°F, with summers averaging 61°F and winters around 44°F. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches spread over roughly 148 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.