Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
18%
Spokane
Spokane, WA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,155
Population
237,026
Renter Mix
45% Rent
Find your home among the mountains and waterfalls.
University
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Outdoors
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Riverfront
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Located along the Spokane River in eastern Washington, Spokane combines city living with outdoor recreation opportunities. Downtown's 100-acre Riverfront Park, transformed after Expo '74, features walking trails, the restored 1909 Looff Carousel, and views of Spokane Falls. Housing options span from historic properties in Browne's Addition to newer developments in Kendall Yards. Current rental rates range from $1,046 for studios to $2,364 for four-bedroom units.
The city centers around its natural landmarks and cultural institutions. The University District, home to Gonzaga University, enhances the area's educational landscape. The restored Davenport Hotel and Fox Theater represent the city's architectural heritage. Residents enjoy access to numerous lakes and rivers, with Mount Spokane and four additional ski areas within reach. South Perry District and the Garland Business District each offer their own shopping and dining scenes, while the Medical District serves as a healthcare center. The annual Lilac Bloomsday Run, one of the world's largest timed road races, celebrates Spokane's identity as the "Lilac City."
Explore the City
Outdoor cafe in Downtown Spokane
Flowers at the entrance to Riverfront Park
The historic clock tower in Riverfront Park
Residents wait for the bus outside STA Plaza
Walking path in Riverfront Park
The Spokane Pavilion is the location for area concerts and events
Demographics
Median Household Income
$59,684
Average: $78,902
Education
67,090
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
112,252
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Spokane has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
45%
Non-Renters
55%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Spokane, WA is $1,060 for a studio, $1,153 for one bedroom, $1,414 for two bedrooms, and $1,802 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Spokane has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,153/month
642 Sq Ft
House
$2,390/month
1,697 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,530/month
684 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,641/month
1,039 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Spokane, WA is 1.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Spokane is 13.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,057 - $1,827. You can expect to pay 10.0% more for groceries, 0.4% less for utilities, and 19.2% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Spokane, WA is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
255 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
528 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
515 Students
Public
Grades K-5
485 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
480 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
775 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
741 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
585 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
362 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades 9-12
1,809 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,739 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
170 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,631 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
881 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Riverfront Park
- Herbert M. Hamblen Conservation Area
- Downriver Park
- Drumheller Springs Park
- High Bridge Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Spokane International
Top Apartments in Spokane
Houses for Rent in Spokane
Property Management Companies in Spokane, WA
Black Realty Management, Inc.
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Avenue5 Residential
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580
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129,462
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223
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Goodale & Barbieri Company
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23
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1,043
Units
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3
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McCathren Management
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22
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2,496
Units
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9
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16 Communities in Spokane
Cedar Property Management
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16
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2,475
Units
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3
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15 Communities in Spokane
Prodigy Property Management
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40
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5,164
Units
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12
Cities
11 Communities in Spokane
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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.