Cost of Living in Kirkland, WA
Population: 91,614 • 2026 Data
$143,533
Median Household Income
+85% vs national
$2,342
Median Monthly Rent
+74% vs national
$1,022,500
Median Home Value
+202% vs national
4.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Kirkland
The median home value in Kirkland, WA is $1,022,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,342, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,501.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Kirkland, WA is $143,533. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6%, with a labor force of 53,415 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.