Cost of Living in Camano, WA

Population 17,535 · Washington · Data vintage 2023

170
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Housing in Camano sits 97% above the national median — $600,000 for the typical home — but median household incomes near $100,124 (34% above the US figure) soften the blow that similar pricing creates in lower-wage metros.

Located 20 miles northwest of Everett, Camano falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 13% higher than Everett's $532,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 197
Rent 130

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Camano

The median home value in Camano is $600,300 — 97% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,710/month, 30% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $100,124/year is 34% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 4.5%, below the national average of 4.8%. Washington charges no state income tax, a meaningful advantage for take-home pay. The climate averages highs of 59.1°F and lows of 45.1°F, with about 5.4" of annual snowfall. Overall, Camano has a cost of living index of 170 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 70% more expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$600,300
97% above avg
Median Rent
$1,710/mo
30% above avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
29.3x
Favors renting
Property Tax Rate
1.0%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$963
1 BR
$1,018
2 BR
$1,317
3 BR
$1,845
4 BR
$2,071
Owner-occupied 91.4%
Renter-occupied 8.6%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,710
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $2,324/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
46.6 min
73% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
19.0%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
70.2%
Carpooled
8.4%
Public transit
0.7%
Walked
1.1%
Work from home
19.0%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax (flat) None
Total Sales Tax 9.2%
State rate 6.5%
Avg local rate 2.7%
Property Tax 1.0%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$100,124
34% above avg
Per Capita Income
$52,130
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
6% below avg
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Labor Force Participation
52.0%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 21.5%
Graduate degree 12.6%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 55.2
Male median age 53.3
Female median age 58.2

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
59.1°F
Avg Low
45.1°F
Annual Precip
19.9"
Annual Snowfall
5.4"
30° 40° 50° 60° 70° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 495155586266697067605449
Low °F 383740434852545450464138
Precip" 2.431.631.681.691.691.120.630.851.082.043.131.95
Snow" 1.11.00.60.00.00.00.00.00.00.00.32.4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Camano, WA?

Camano has a cost index of 170 (100 = national average). It is 70% above the national average.

What is average rent in Camano, WA?

The median gross rent in Camano is $1,710 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Camano?

The median home value in Camano is $600,300 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Camano?

The median household income in Camano is $100,124 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Camano, WA?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Camano is 9.2%. Washington has no state income tax.

Is Camano, WA affordable?

Camano is above average in cost of living, with an index of 170 — about 70% higher than the national average.

What is the weather like in Camano?

Camano has average high temperatures of 59.1°F and average lows of 45.1°F. Annual precipitation is 19.9". Average annual snowfall is 5.4". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Camano at a Glance

Population
17,535
Median Income
$100,124
Home Value
$600,300
Median Rent
$1,710/mo
Unemployment
4.5%
Avg High Temp
59.1°F
Sales Tax
9.2%
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