Washington · Metropolitan Area
Spokane is a large city in Washington with a population of 229,228. Residents earn $65,745 per year, which is 13% below the national average.
Based on current data, Spokane receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Spokane offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Spokane is $65,745, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Spokane is $326,200, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 548 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,559 per 100,000, 337% above the national average.
32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Spokane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches, including 24.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 91.9% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.1% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $65,745 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,200 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,259 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,041 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 15,669 |
| County GDP | $40,044M |
| Restaurants | 1,237 |
| Healthcare | 1,797 |
| Retail | 1,585 |
| Manufacturing | 523 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
| Census Median | $326,200 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $389,884 |
| Median List Price | $379,999 |
| Median List Price | $379,999 |
| $/Sq Ft | $199 |
| Homes Sold | 178 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.6% |
| Price Drops | 27.3% |
| Inventory | 495 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,141 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,456 |
| Studio | $1,103 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,193 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,531 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,088 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,506 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.1% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,070/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,797 |
| Total Violent | 547.8/100K |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Murder | 4.7/100K |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Rape | 55.4/100K |
| Robbery | 197.1/100K |
| Assault | 290.5/100K |
| Total Property | 8,559.2/100K |
| 337% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,594.6/100K |
| Theft | 5,902.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 1,062.4/100K |
| Arson | 26.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| FEMA Disasters | 819 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 49.6°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 16.9 inches |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 24.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 76.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 1 |
| Elevation | 1,903 ft (580 m) |
| Area | 68.8 sq mi (178.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,334/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.6669°N, 117.4333°W |
| County FIPS | 53063 |
Winner: Republican by 5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.6% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 3,334/sq mi |
| Total Area | 68.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 137 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 143 |
| Public Libraries | 19 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,797 |
| Restaurants | 1,237 |
| Retail Stores | 1,585 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 819 |
| Avg Commute | 21.2 min |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |