salaryRent is lower than in 84% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards. Commutes are short, about 18.8 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $42,840 a year. That is $21 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Iowa cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Iowa. It is number 44 of 86 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Washington?
Share of households by yearly income. 13.8% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Washington
| Size | Washington | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $712 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,044 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,236 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,054 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Washington overall?
Everyday prices in Iowa overall are 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.8, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Washington, so the Iowa figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Washington
Life in Washington
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Washington?
About the same. Renting and owning cost within $14 of each other each month.
Owning assumes a typical $152,300 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $15,230 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Washington, IA?
Renting in Washington costs a median of about $1,071 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Iowa median is $1,071.
How much do I need to make to live in Washington?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $42,840 a year, or $21 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Washington cheap or expensive?
Washington is rated OK: rent takes 21.5% of the typical household income of $59,720. It ranks 44th cheapest of 86 Iowa cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Washington?
The median homeowner in Washington pays $2,663 a year in property taxes, about 1.75% of the median home value.
Is Washington more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in Iowa are 12% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Washington?
The median home value in Washington is $152,300, about 2.6 times the typical yearly household income.
7,290 people live in Washington. Numbers are typical (middle) values.