Cost of Living in Quilcene, WA

With a cost of living index of 95, Quilcene, WA is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 5% cheaper than the national average and 24% below the Washington state average of 119. Quilcene is a small community of 490 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Quilcene's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,130 (14% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $280,600 (8% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.7x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Quilcene is $48,938, which is 35% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 28% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. 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 Quilcene. 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.