Cost of Living in Yakima, WA
Population: 96,810 • 2026 Data
$59,228
Median Household Income
-23% vs national
$1,075
Median Monthly Rent
-20% vs national
$273,400
Median Home Value
-19% vs national
8.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Yakima
The median home value in Yakima, WA is $273,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,075, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,068.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Yakima, WA is $59,228. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0%, with a labor force of 43,649 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.