Cost of Living in Roslyn, WA

With a cost of living index of 125, Roslyn, WA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 25% more expensive than the national average and 6% above the Washington state average of 119. Roslyn is a small community of 884 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Roslyn's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,639 (24% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $464,100 (52% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.6x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Roslyn is $82,386, which is 10% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 24% 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 Roslyn. The area sees an average annual temperature of 42.4°F, with summers averaging 57°F and winters around 29°F. Annual rainfall totals 85 inches spread over roughly 187 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.