Cost of Living in Lacey, WA
Population: 57,088 • 2026 Data
$87,277
Median Household Income
+13% vs national
$1,805
Median Monthly Rent
+34% vs national
$427,900
Median Home Value
+26% vs national
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Lacey
The median home value in Lacey, WA is $427,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,805, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,765.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Lacey, WA is $87,277. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7%, with a labor force of 28,240 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.