Cost of Living in Sedro-Woolley, WA

With a cost of living index of 113, Sedro-Woolley, WA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 13% more expensive than the national average and 6% below the Washington state average of 119. Sedro-Woolley is a smaller community of 12,633 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Sedro-Woolley's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,460 (11% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $390,200 (28% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.4x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Sedro-Woolley is $72,140, which is 4% lower 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 Sedro-Woolley. 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.

Everyday prices in the Mount Vernon-Anacortes, 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.