Cost of Living in Mount Vernon, WA
Population: 35,312 • 2026 Data
$73,277
Median Household Income
-5% vs national
$1,255
Median Monthly Rent
-7% vs national
$429,300
Median Home Value
+27% vs national
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Mount Vernon
The median home value in Mount Vernon, WA is $429,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,255, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,428.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Mount Vernon, WA is $73,277. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0%, with a labor force of 17,057 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.