These Whatcom County jobs pay up to $40 per hour and are hiring now with few requirements

Are you on a job hunt, looking for a position that pays enough for rent, groceries and other basic living costs?

The local costs of groceries , housing and other necessities can quickly add up for Whatcom County residents.

Last month, the average rent in Bellingham increased as house prices also jumped across Whatcom County .

The Bellingham Herald evaluated local costs of food, housing, utilities, transportation, healthcare and student loans to determine a “living wage” for Bellingham residents.

According to our basic analysis, residents who are renting in Bellingham need to make at least $27.59 per hour gross pay, working full time. For homeowners, an individual needs to make at least $44.37 per hour gross pay.

The Bellingham Herald searched Indeed , a job listing website, and local Craigslist listings to find positions advertising around $27.59 per hour with minimal requirements that are available as of Monday, April 15.

Bookkeeper/accounting assistant at DariTech, Inc.

▪ $25 - $35 per hour.

▪ Lynden.

▪ Full-time.

▪ Requirements: Bookkeeping experience and high school diploma or equivalent.

Dental assistant at Swanson Pediatric Dental Center

▪ $25 - $30 per hour.

▪ Bellingham.

▪ Full-time.

▪ Requirements: Experience is preferred, but the right candidate can be trained for the position.

Server at Bry’s Filipino Cuisine

▪ $20 - $40 an hour plus tips and free meals each shift.

▪ Bellingham.

▪ Part-time with extra hours available.

▪ Requirements: Experience is preferred.

Barista/server at Banter

▪ $28-$35 per hour with tips.

▪ Bellingham.

▪ Starting at part-time. After six months pay and hours may increase.

▪ Requirements: No requirements listed.