Spokane Valley

Residents of Chester like to walk around Brown park.
Spokane Valley has several parks.
The Spokane River offers ample outdoor space for residents.
Spokane Valley offers lots of outdoor space for residents.
Spokane Valley features miles of hiking trails.

Spokane Valley, WA Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,271

Population

139,513

Renter Mix

38% Rent

A unique and sprawling city with easy access to incredible outdoor destinations

Suburban Convenient Commuter

Located in the Inland Northwest, Spokane Valley combines residential comfort with outdoor recreation along the Spokane River. With over 102,000 residents, the city offers both natural attractions and community amenities, from the Dishman Hills Conservation Area to its western edge to parks throughout the area. Housing options include apartment communities and rental homes across neighborhoods near Mirabeau Point Park and along the Centennial Trail.

Recreation opportunities abound throughout the year, including the annual Valleyfest celebration and events at Avista Stadium. The city's park system features Mirabeau Point Park, known for its natural waterfall and popular climbing areas. The CenterPlace Regional Event Center hosts community events, while the Spokane Valley Heritage Museum showcases local history dating to 1849. Sprague Avenue serves as the main commercial district, featuring both local and national stores. With its mix of outdoor spaces, community amenities, and established neighborhoods, Spokane Valley continues to grow while maintaining its distinctive character.

Explore the City

Shopping is plentiful in Spokane Valley.

The Spokane River offers ample outdoor space for residents.

Enjoy views of the Dishman Mica hills.

Residents enjoy mountain biking on the Phillips Creek Trail.

Spokane Valley is a scenic location.

Spokane Valley features miles of hiking trails.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$67,970

Average: $86,377

Education

32,475

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

69,206

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

40 Years

Largest Age Group

30-39 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

24%

Over 65

19%

Housing Distribution

Spokane Valley has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
38%
Non-Renters
62%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Spokane Valley, WA is $1,200 for a studio, $1,271 for one bedroom, $1,457 for two bedrooms, and $1,845 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Spokane Valley has increased by 0.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,271/month
713 Sq Ft
House
$2,305/month
1,557 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,044/month
1,258 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Spokane Valley, WA

Getting Around

Not Walkable

Walkability

10 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Not Bikeable

Bikeability

10 / 100

Schools

Chester Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

419 Students

Ponderosa Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

415 Students

Greenacres Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

606 Students

Trentwood Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

418 Students

Sunrise Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

679 Students

Horizon Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

487 Students

Greenacres Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

512 Students

Evergreen Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

632 Students

North Pines Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

509 Students

Summit School

Public

Grades K-8

351 Students

Stem Academy at SVT

Public

Grades 9-12

184 Students

Central Valley High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,376 Students

University High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,445 Students

East Valley High School&Extension

Public

Grades 9-12

957 Students

Pratt Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Dishman Hills Natural Area
  • Manito Park
  • Riverfront Park
  • Herbert M. Hamblen Conservation Area
  • High Bridge Park

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.