Median Income
$110,048
46% higher than US avg
Home Value
$168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.4%
48% lower than US avg
How Spokane Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population250
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans15.2%
Economy
A+
Median Income$110,048
Per Capita$33,281
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.4%
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$168,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,157
Housing Units68
Health
Obesity37.3%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking18.1%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute34 min
Broadband83.0%
Is Spokane a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Spokane receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Spokane stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Spokane is $110,048, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Spokane among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Spokane is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Spokane has a population of 250 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%).
Population
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Spokane is $110,048, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $110,048 |
| 46% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,281 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% |
| 48% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Spokane is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,157.
Home Values
| Census Median | $168,800 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $321,157 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $167 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Housing Units | 68 |
| Median Year Built | 2001 |
Property Tax
In Spokane, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Spokane vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Cancer | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 18.1% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.2% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
| Short Sleep | 39.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.1% |
| Uninsured | 8.9% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Checkup Rate | 72.9% |
| Dental Visits | 54.6% |
Food & Exercise