Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
24%
Deer Park
Deer Park, WA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$582
Population
4,900
Renter Mix
28% Rent
Beautiful community in the wilds of eastern Washington.
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Deer Park earned its name the old-fashioned way — railroad surveyors passing through in the 1880s simply kept spotting deer grazing across the land. That origin story still feels fitting today, as this small eastern Washington city sits comfortably close to open forests and wide skies, about 20 miles north of Spokane. The Colville National Forest puts serious outdoor recreation within easy reach, and the city's own calendar stays surprisingly full, with events like the annual Deer Park Fly-In, Winterfest in January, a summer concert series, and the Settler's Day celebration over the Fourth of July weekend.
Day-to-day life here moves at a relaxed pace, with local shops and everyday conveniences spread across a compact, walkable downtown. When the pull of a bigger city hits, Spokane is a short drive south and offers all the dining, entertainment, and employment options you'd expect from a regional hub. The rental market in Deer Park leans toward approachable options like single-family homes and smaller apartment communities, making it a solid choice for anyone seeking more space without the density of a larger metro. Townhomes and garden-style rentals round out the mix for those who want a quieter setting without sacrificing comfort.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$56,814
Average: $70,591
Education
785
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,117
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Deer Park has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
28%
Non-Renters
72%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Deer Park, WA is $582 for one bedroom, $1,121 for two bedrooms, and $1,227 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Deer Park has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$582/month
687 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Deer Park, WA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
466 Students
Public
Grades K-5
466 Students
Public
Grades K-5
424 Students
Public
Grades K-5
424 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
468 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
716 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Spokane International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.