Cost of Living in Kent, WA
Population: 135,015 • 2026 Data
$90,416
Median Household Income
+17% vs national
$1,833
Median Monthly Rent
+36% vs national
$537,500
Median Home Value
+59% vs national
7.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Kent
The median home value in Kent, WA is $537,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,833, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,915.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Kent, WA is $90,416. The unemployment rate stands at 7.3%, with a labor force of 73,926 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.