Cost of Living in Shoreline, WA
Population: 59,280 • 2026 Data
$113,336
Median Household Income
+46% vs national
$1,938
Median Monthly Rent
+44% vs national
$759,400
Median Home Value
+124% vs national
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Shoreline
The median home value in Shoreline, WA is $759,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,938, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,244.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Shoreline, WA is $113,336. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4%, with a labor force of 32,566 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.