salaryRent is higher than in 86% of U.S. cities. Incomes are on the low side for rents this high, so budgets feel tight. Commutes are short, about 11.4 minutes. Most households rent (99%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $100,760 a year. That is $48 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Washington cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Washington. It is number 150 of 192 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fort Lewis?
Share of households by yearly income. 10.0% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fort Lewis
| Size | Fort Lewis | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | $2,350 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,423 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,697 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fort Lewis overall?
Everyday prices in Washington overall are 7% above the U.S. average (index 107.0, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Fort Lewis, so the Washington figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Fort Lewis
Life in Fort Lewis
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Lewis, WA?
Renting in Fort Lewis costs a median of about $2,519 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Washington median is $2,025.
How much do I need to make to live in Fort Lewis?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $100,760 a year, or $48 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fort Lewis cheap or expensive?
Fort Lewis is rated Expensive: rent takes 47.7% of the typical household income of $63,411. It ranks 150th cheapest of 192 Washington cities we track.
Is Fort Lewis more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in Washington are 7% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
15,167 people live in Fort Lewis. Numbers are typical (middle) values.