Here's what it costs to live in Kennewick, Washington, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $1,199 per month, while the typical home is valued around $343,600. Households earn a median of $72,867 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$72,867
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,199
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$343,600
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$1,122
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$1,268
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,538
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$2,071
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
State Income Tax
None
No state income tax on wages
State Sales Tax
6.50%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
84,389
Latest estimate
Median Age
35.8 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Kennewick?
The cost of living index for Kennewick is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in Kennewick?
The median gross rent in Kennewick is $1,199 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Kennewick?
The median household income in Kennewick is $72,867 per year.
What is the median home value in Kennewick?
The median home value in Kennewick is $343,600 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Kennewick?
Air quality data for Kennewick is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in Kennewick?
Washington has no state income tax on wages and a statewide sales tax of 6.50% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology