Cost of Living in Lincoln County, Washington

$872/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$272,300

Median Home Value

27% below state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$872/mo

27% below state average

Median Home Value

$272,300

3% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

21.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Lincoln County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Lincoln County$872/mo

Washington Average$1,202/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$872/mo

Median Gross Rent

$272,300

Median Home Value

$773/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

21.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Lincoln County, Washington

Lincoln County's affordability gem

Lincoln County boasts a 14.7% rent-to-income ratio—the lowest of any county analyzed and well below both the national average and Washington state average. At just $872 monthly rent on a $71,227 income, Lincoln offers genuine affordability rarely found in modern America.

Washington's most affordable rental market

Lincoln County's 14.7% rent-to-income ratio is the state's best, significantly undercutting Washington's 18.8% average. The median rent of $872 is the lowest in this region and 27% below the state average, making Lincoln a rare affordability oasis.

Rural leader in housing value

Lincoln's $872 rent trails only Okanogan County ($868) but with a superior income-to-cost ratio thanks to slightly higher earnings. Among all analyzed counties, Lincoln delivers the most balanced housing affordability relative to income.

Lowest housing burden statewide

Renters spend just 14.7% of $71,227 income on housing—a remarkably low burden—while homeowners dedicate 13.0% to mortgage costs of $773. The median home value of $272,300 is the state's lowest, enabling broad-based homeownership access.

Lincoln County's affordability advantage

Lincoln County is Washington's hidden affordability champion, with rents 57% below King County and the state's most balanced housing-to-income ratios. If remote work or relocation for cost-of-living relief is your goal, Lincoln's wheat-belt economy and genuine affordability make it a compelling choice.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Lincoln County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

14.7%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,662

per month

Owner Cost Burden

13.0%

of gross income

The median home in Lincoln County may be a stretch

Median home value is $272,300. Estimated monthly cost: $2,174 vs. your max of $1,662.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio14.7%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Lincoln County, Washington?

Lincoln County, Washington has a median monthly rent of $872/mo and a median home value of $272,300. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 21.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Lincoln County?

The median gross rent in Lincoln County is $872/mo. This is 27% below state average for Washington.

Is Lincoln County affordable?

Lincoln County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 21.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Lincoln County's rent compare to the state average?

Lincoln County's median rent of $872/mo is 27% below state average of $1,202/mo for Washington.

What is the median home value in Lincoln County?

The median home value in Lincoln County, Washington is $272,300. This is 3% below the national median home value of $281,900.