Cost of Living in Vancouver, WA
Population: 192,696 • 2026 Data
$78,156
Median Household Income
+1% vs national
$1,632
Median Monthly Rent
+21% vs national
$440,300
Median Home Value
+30% vs national
5.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Vancouver
The median home value in Vancouver, WA is $440,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,632, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,607.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Vancouver, WA is $78,156. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5%, with a labor force of 101,818 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.