Spokane, Washington has an overall cost of living index of 92.5, which is 7.5 points below the US average of 100 — making it more affordable than most American cities. Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month, while the typical home is valued around $326,200. Households earn a median of $65,745 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is good, with an average AQI of 19. 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
$65,745
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,141
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$326,200
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
92.5
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$1,103
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$1,193
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,531
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$2,088
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
Each category is indexed to the US average of 100. Below 100 = cheaper than average.
Overall
92.5
Goods
93.7
Rents / Housing
79.7
Services
87.7
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (metro-level)
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 | $115,420 |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | $81,630 |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | $58,720 |
| ⚡Electrician | $50,500 |
| 📊Accountant | $79,990 |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
229,228
Latest estimate
Median Age
37.2 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
19.0
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Spokane?
Spokane has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 92.5. The US national average is 100, so Spokane is 7.5 points below the national average.
What is the median rent in Spokane?
The median gross rent in Spokane is $1,141 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Spokane?
The median household income in Spokane is $65,745 per year.
What is the median home value in Spokane?
The median home value in Spokane is $326,200 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Spokane?
Spokane has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 19.0, which is rated "Good" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Spokane?
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