Median home value in zip code 98603 (Cougar, WA) is $549,707, up 6.8% year over year. Part of the Longview, WA metropolitan area.

Home Value$549,707

YoY Change

+6.8%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$109,941 on $549,707

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Out of reach53.5% of income

Need $143,357/yr to afford.

PITI$3,345

P/I53.5%

Afford$288K

Gap-$262K

P&I $2,780Tax $449Ins $117

6.50% 30yr, 20% down, county tax + WA ins. 28% per HUD.

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