Cost of Living in Westport, WA

With a cost of living index of 79, Westport, WA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 21% cheaper than the national average and 40% below the Washington state average of 119. Westport is a small community of 2,164 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Westport's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $752 (43% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $228,800 (25% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Westport is $52,407, which is 30% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. 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 Westport. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51°F, with summers averaging 59°F and winters around 43°F. Annual rainfall totals 68.8 inches spread over roughly 190 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.