Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in Yakima city, Washington?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Yakima city, Washington is $1,117/month (±$31), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $297,600 (±$10,727), and the median household income is $62,815/year. The unemployment rate in Yakima County, Washington was 6.5% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for Yakima city, Washington
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,117 |
| Median Home Value | $297,600 |
| Median Household Income | $62,815 |
| Total Housing Units | 35,726 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 16,489 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 46% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 3,684 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 6.5% |
How does Yakima city, Washington compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in Washington.
Higher rent than 28% of cities in Washington · 323th of 450
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medina city | $3,501 |
| 1 | Clyde Hill city | $3,501 |
| 1 | Beaux Arts Village town | $3,501 |
| … 319 more … | ||
| 323 | Yakima city(you are here) | $1,117 |
| … 124 more … | ||
| 448 | Keller CDP | $338 |
| 449 | Neah Bay CDP | $333 |
| 450 | Inchelium CDP | $298 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Yakima city, Washington?
The median gross rent in Yakima city, Washington is $1,117/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Yakima city, Washington?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Yakima city, Washington is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Yakima city, Washington?
The median home value in Yakima city, Washington is $297,600 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Yakima city are rent-burdened?
In Yakima city, Washington, 3,684 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in Yakima city, Washington?
The median household income in Yakima city, Washington is $62,815/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,117 has a margin of error of ±$31. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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