Bellevue, Washington has an overall cost of living index of 114.0, which is 14.0 points above the US average of 100 — making it pricier than most American cities. Renters pay a median of $2,505 per month, while the typical home is valued around $1,203,100. Households earn a median of $161,300 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is good, with an average AQI of 37. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$161,300
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$2,505
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$1,203,100
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
114.0
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$2,074
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$2,146
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,501
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$3,272
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
Each category is indexed to the US average of 100. Below 100 = cheaper than average.
Overall
114.0
Goods
116.4
Rents / Housing
154.7
Services
87.0
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (metro-level)
State Income Tax
None
No state income tax on wages
State Sales Tax
6.50%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | $164,130 |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | $115,170 |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | $95,630 |
| ⚡Electrician | $94,730 |
| 📊Accountant | $102,050 |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
151,199
Latest estimate
Median Age
38.3 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
37.0
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Bellevue?
Bellevue has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 114.0. The US national average is 100, so Bellevue is 14.0 points above the national average.
What is the median rent in Bellevue?
The median gross rent in Bellevue is $2,505 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Bellevue?
The median household income in Bellevue is $161,300 per year.
What is the median home value in Bellevue?
The median home value in Bellevue is $1,203,100 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Bellevue?
Bellevue has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.0, which is rated "Good" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Bellevue?
Washington has no state income tax on wages and a statewide sales tax of 6.50% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology