Cost of Living in Spokane, WA
Population: 229,228 • 2026 Data
$65,745
Median Household Income
-15% vs national
$1,141
Median Monthly Rent
-15% vs national
$326,200
Median Home Value
-4% vs national
5.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Spokane
The median home value in Spokane, WA is $326,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,141, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,213.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Spokane, WA is $65,745. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9%, with a labor force of 116,894 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.