Here's what it costs to live in Richland, Washington, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $1,397 per month, while the typical home is valued around $401,800. Households earn a median of $92,550 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
$92,550
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,397
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$401,800
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
61,912
Latest estimate
Median Age
36.4 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Richland?
The cost of living index for Richland is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in Richland?
The median gross rent in Richland is $1,397 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Richland?
The median household income in Richland is $92,550 per year.
What is the median home value in Richland?
The median home value in Richland is $401,800 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Richland?
Air quality data for Richland is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in Richland?
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