Cost of Living in Wenatchee, WA
Population: 35,502 • 2026 Data
$70,000
Median Household Income
-10% vs national
$1,194
Median Monthly Rent
-11% vs national
$391,200
Median Home Value
+15% vs national
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Wenatchee
The median home value in Wenatchee, WA is $391,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,194, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,216.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Wenatchee, WA is $70,000. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7%, with a labor force of 17,205 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.