Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
16%
Yakima, WA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,023
Population
99,188
Renter Mix
47% Rent
Yakima is a hoppy city in Washington Wine Country
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Nestled in Washington's agricultural heartland, Yakima combines small-city living with outdoor adventure. The rental market remains affordable, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $948 and two-bedroom units averaging $1,190. West Valley and Terrace Heights are established neighborhoods, each offering their own character and mountain views. The Yakima Greenway provides 20 miles of parks and pathways along the Yakima and Naches rivers, making it easy to stay active year-round.
The Yakima Valley, producing 77% of America's hops, celebrates its agricultural roots through local farmers markets and seasonal festivals. Downtown features the restored Capitol Theatre, local shops, and an evolving food scene. Annual traditions include the Fresh Hop Ale Festival and Central Washington State Fair. For education, the city is home to Yakima Valley College and Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences. The semi-arid climate brings warm summers and mild winters with minimal rainfall. Located just 60 miles from Mount Rainier National Park, Yakima serves as a gateway to both city amenities and outdoor recreation.
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Yakima's homes are stunning and very affordable in todays market.
Downtown Yakima has a plethora of of boutiques and great eateries.
Rimrock Lake offer ample opportunities for swimming and fishing.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$52,934
Average: $69,890
Education
15,203
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
42,067
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Yakima has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
47%
Non-Renters
53%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Yakima, WA is $927 for a studio, $1,023 for one bedroom, $1,273 for two bedrooms, and $1,531 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Yakima has increased by 3.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,023/month
675 Sq Ft
House
$2,178/month
1,620 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,834/month
1,194 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Yakima, WA is 1.6% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Yakima is 12.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $927 - $1,531. You can expect to pay 5.7% more for groceries, 11.8% more for utilities, and 18.9% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Yakima, WA is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
417 Students
Apple Valley Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
417 Students
Public
Grades K-5
416 Students
Public
Grades K-5
413 Students
Public
Grades K-5
397 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,237 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,194 Students
East Valley Central Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
801 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
819 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
856 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,113 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,527 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,330 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,248 Students
West Valley High School Freshman Campus
Public
Grades 9
445 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Yakima Greenway
- Yakima Area Arboretum
- Yakima Sportsman State Park
Airports
- Yakima Air Trml/McAllister Field
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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 June 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.